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    Master of Arts in Economics

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    Ann Arbor, USMAIn-person18 months
    STEM-OPT
    $74,709.00
    Tuition
    over 18mo
    55
    Cohort
    students
    38
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts in Economics at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is a 38-credit, 18-month, in-person MA program based in Ann Arbor, US. Tuition is $74,709 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program provides core coursework in applied economics.

    Focus: coursework
    US News Economics #12
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min The MAE program does not have a minimum requirement for GRE scores.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min IBT TOEFL: 84
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS: 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT if eligible

    $21,016.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts in Economics at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in Economics at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is $74,709 across 38 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts in Economics at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in Economics at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts in Economics at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor take to complete?
    Master of Arts in Economics at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is structured around 18 months and 38 credits.
    Is Master of Arts in Economics at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Arts in Economics at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How large is the Master of Arts in Economics at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor cohort?
    Master of Arts in Economics at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor typically enrolls around 55 students per cohort.