About MA In Economic Policy in Boston University (BU)
The Master of Arts in Economic Policy (MAEP) program is an intensive three-semester course of study combining a strong foundation in economics with the management methods appropriate for students interested in careers as policy analysts and decisionmakers in government, nonprofit institutions, international organizations, and the private sector. The core of the program provides a foundation in economic theory and its application, quantitative methods, and the basic tools of management analysis. The MAEP permits in-depth specialization in two policy and management fields drawn from courses offered in both the Department of Economics and Boston University’s Questrom School of Business. Subject to department approval, up to four course credits can be earned through an internship providing on-site working experience relevant to economics research and policymaking. The MAEP is a STEM-designated degree program.
Applicants to this program should have, or be expecting, a bachelor’s degree in economics, economics and mathematics, or a closely related discipline (from an institution recognized by the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences)
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree
English language requirements
- IELTS : 7.0
- TOEFL IBT: 84
Boston University (BU) Highlights
| Institution Type |
Private |
| Campus Type |
Urban |
| Academic Calendar Type |
Semester |
| Application Fee |
$80 |
| Acceptance Rate |
22% |
| Test scores required |
SAT/ACT |
| Application Deadline |
Fall: Jan 6 Spring: Nov 1 |
| International students |
27% |
| Female to Male student ratio |
60:40 |
Boston University Cost of Attendance
| Budget Item |
Undergraduate Degree Cost in USD |
Graduate Degree Cost in USD |
| Room and meal plan |
16,160 |
14,190 |
| Student Fees |
1,172 |
942 |
| Books and Supplies |
1,000 |
1,293 |
| Incidentals |
1,950 |
4,170 |
| Total (Inclusive of fees) |
75,002 |
75,315 |
