Admission Requirements

Applicants must also meet general graduate admission requirements  in addition to the following program-specific requirements: 

• Completion of a course in calculus plus at least introductory macroeconomics, introductory microeconomics, and economic statistics (all with grades of B or better)
• Two letters of recommendation from individuals who can assess the applicant’s academic and/or professional preparation for graduate work

BA/MA Admission Requirements

• Complete at least 75, but not more than 90, undergraduate credits by the application due date
• Complete one course in college calculus with a grade of B or better
• Obtain a grade of B or better in introductory macroeconomics, introductory microeconomics, and statistics
• Take 30 credits and four economics courses in residence at UMass Boston and maintain a minimum 3.0 overall GPA (grade point average)
• Submit the same admissions documentation as BA-trained applicants to the MA program