About the course

The Master of Science in Economics program with a concentration in Financial Econometrics or Financial Economics in the Department of Economics at Texas A&M University is a STEM program that aims to provide rigorous training in economics, econometrics, analytical and quantitative skills for students in order to prepare them for immediate careers in business or government, or further study in top economics and finance Ph.D. programs. This terminal, professional Master’s degree program was rebuilt in 2011 after a two-years extensive design and review process, created in response to the increasingly high demand from students seeking a professional master’s degree in economics and employers looking for candidates with advanced training. Students are able to complete the program in 18 or 24 months. The Economics Department had previously operated a terminal Master’s degree program since 1931.

　　Most students are in the non-thesis option and complete 36 credit hours to receive their degree. Thesis option students must complete a total of 32 semester hours of graduate course credits, a thesis under the guidance of an Advisory Committee, and pass an oral/final exam in the final semester of their studies.

　　The course structure for the program includes a set of core courses in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and business finance, and required courses in behavioral, international, advanced econometrics, and institutions, and a capstone course that provides students with experience in carrying out an applied research project. Students are encouraged to participate in an internship in the summer of their first year. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: US$27,126

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	College Station
Fall (August), 2024	College Station
Spring (January), 2025	College Station
Fall (August), 2025	College Station
Spring (January), 2026	College Station

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Texas A and M University - College Station

A Personal Statement/Essay

　　The Economics Department does not have any specific requirements for the essay. This essay is simply a way for applicants to share information about themselves that the Admission Committee might not otherwise see when looking at other application materials.

　　All transcripts from prior institutions/colleges (International applicants: one transcript in your native language and one translation in English)

　　Official degree statements or diplomas for any degrees awarded (International applicants: one in your Native language and one English translation)

　　GRE/GMAT Scores

　　These scores should be sent directly from Educational Testing Service

　　These scores must be from a test date within five years of the date of your application

　　For information on test dates and locations, please visit www.gre.org

　　Institution code for Texas A&M University: 6003

　　TOEFL scores

　　This test is needed only if your GRE verbal score is below 400

　　These scores should be sent directly from the testing service

　　These scores must be from a test date within two years of the date of your application

　　For more information on test dates and locations, please visit www.ets.org/toefl

　　Institution code for Texas A&M University: 6003

　　Three Letters of Recommendation

　　Letters should be from people who are familiar with your academic background (i.e., professors or advisors)

　　Professional references (i.e., employers) are acceptable if academic references are unavailable

　　Letters should be written on letterhead from your professor(s)

　　Uploading Documents

　　Most documents may be uploaded via the Applicant Information System (AIS) which you can access after you have submitted your application for admission and have received your Universal Identification Number (UIN).

　　The remaining material should be mailed directly to the admissions office

　　TOEFL - 550 for paper-based testing (p-BT) or 80 internet-based testing (i-BT). A minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall band.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

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