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Master of Science in Economics Concentration in Financial Economics

Study Group - Florida Atlantic University - Boca Raton Campus

USA,Florida

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12 Months

Duration

CAD 18,483/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

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USA, Florida

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1961

Total Students: 30,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

777 Glades Road Boca Raton, FL 33431

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Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Science in Economics Concentration in Financial Economics

Program Overview

The Department of Economics offers a comprehensive Master of Science Degree Program allowing you to choose from three concentrations: General Economics, International Economics, or Financial Economics. Our program is designed to appeal to both full-time students and the working professional, with many classes offered in the evening. Further, our program is designed with flexibility in mind: with a full course load, it is possible to earn the Master’s Degree in 12 months, or you can spread the coursework over several years to fit your schedule. We also offer a Master’s Thesis option which substitutes for 6 credit hours towards the 30 credit requirement.

Florida Atlantic University is a dynamic and growing institution, and the Department of Economics is no exception. With 14 full-time faculty with PhDs from leading institutions, we offer small class sizes and a friendly academic environment to study and learn. It is our goal to prepare you for advancement in your current career or to help you pursue new opportunities. Recent graduates have gone on to pursue Ph.D. degrees at leading universities such as the University of Arizona, the University of California-Riverside, the University of Florida, Purdue University, and University of Miami. Students seeking interesting travel experiences, the College of Business offers various one-week Study Tours from which you can earn 3 credits towards your degree.

The Financial Economics Concentration aims to blend the core of economics with the essence of finance to enable students to take full advantage of the integration of the two disciplines.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

5 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

12 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 18,483 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Study Group - Florida Atlantic University - Boca Raton Campus

CAD 15,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 7.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 100
GRE
- Minimum Overall Score - 300.0 Minimum Analytical Writing - 4.0 Minimum Verbal Reasoning - 150.0 Minimum Quantitative Reasoning - 150.0
GMAT
- Minimum Overall Score - 500.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 120.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Undergraduate

Direct Admit –
Rest of South Asia / ELMEAP only
$500
Provider Study Group
Direct Admit
Up to $6,000
Provider Florida Atlantic
Summer/Fall Direct Admit –Application Required(1 April deadline)
President’s International: $6,000
Visit Scholarships & Funding | Florida Atlantic University (fau.edu)
President’s International: $6,000
Visit Scholarships & Funding | Florida Atlantic University (fau.edu)
Provider Florida Atlantic

Graduate

Direct Admit –Rest of South Asia / ELMEAP only
$500
Provider Study Group

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.