The Master of Science in Economics (MSE) is aimed at offering increased flexibility and an expanded array of options to Master’s students. The MSE is a more broad-based program than our MSIE program and allows students to have more choices in course selections based on their preferences and career plans. Students completing this program may pursue a career as a generalist in both private and public sectors rather than being limited to more particular jobs directly related to a narrowly-defined field.

Admission Requirements

Students may apply for full-time or part-time admission in the fall semester; part-time students with appropriate backgrounds may also be admitted in the spring. To be admitted, candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and must submit, along with the application, a statement of professional goals, two letters of recommendation, transcripts of previous academic work, and GRE scores (GMAT scores may be substituted). International students must also submit TOEFL scores and a statement of financial resources. In certain cases, an interview may be required. Candidates must also have completed undergraduate courses in Principles of Economics and in Principles of Statistics. Candidates may take these courses at Suffolk University prior to being admitted into the program.