经济学-应用经济学
概述
Our master’s degree in Applied 经济学 links basic economic theory and statistical techniques to real-world problems faced by decision makers. With emphasis on extensive training in econometrics and forecasting, 有处理大量不同数据集的经验, 以及各种各样的统计软件, this program gives students the applied skills that employers demand and provides those pursuing advanced degrees an edge in gaining admission to top Ph.D. 项目.
The Applied 经济学 sequence is designed to train students in the quantitative and applied economic skills that will best enhance their future employment opportunities as economists, 研究分析师, 或者私营和公共部门的规划师. While the curriculum is structured as a terminal degree in applied economics and many graduates have advanced to doctoral-level 项目 in economics and in related disciplines, the program is also well suited for individuals who wish to return to school to obtain a graduate degree in a business-related discipline for the purpose of career advancement.
应用经济学课程是STEM指定的学位, which focuses on the systematic study of mathematical and statistical analysis of economic phenomena and problems. STEM designated degree 项目 offer additional benefits for students, 包括潜在的资助机会和, 面向国际学生, 延长OPT学习选项.
骄傲点
In 2020 the master's in Applied 经济学 program achieved STEM-designation allowing our graduate students to explore additional grant-funded opportunities and 延长OPT学习选项.
研究生导师
Dr. 蒂莫西•哈里斯
(309) 438-7509
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如何申请
大学入学要求
申请硕士课程的学生必须:
- have earned a four-year bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a college or university that is accredited by the appropriate regional accrediting association, 或者在一学年之内完成
- present unofficial transcripts from each college or university other than 伊利诺斯州 at which graduate, 本科, 或者获得非学位学分. The unofficial transcript should be easily readable and clearly indicate degree(s) awarded, 每学期的课程及成绩. If accepted, official transcripts can be emailed from the university to 研究生招生@IllinoisState.edu 或装在密封的信封里寄给: 研究生院, 209霍维大厅,校园箱4040,正常,伊利诺伊州61790-4040.
International students can learn more about specific application requirements by visiting the 招生办公室.
其他入学要求
课程
A student admitted in the program must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0对4.0 scale for either the last 60 hours of 本科 coursework or any previous work in a master’s program. 无缺陷入学, applicants need to have successfully completed college courses in:
- 基础微积分和统计学
- 中级微观经济和宏观经济理论
学生 who do not meet these coursework requirements can still be admitted into the program but will have to take additional classes.
研究生入学考试(GRE)
Applicants need to have a quantitative GRE score of 150 or better, GRE口语成绩达到140分或更高. 使用机构代码1319提交GRE成绩.
Alternatively, GMAT scores can be submitted in place of GRE scores.
Applicants submitting GMAT scores must have a GMAT Quantitative Score of 28 or better, and a GMAT Verbal Score of 18 or better for admission consideration.
推荐信
这个项目需要三(3)封推荐信. At least two of the letters of recommendation should come from individuals who are familiar with your scholarly record. The third can be an additional academic reference or a professional reference from someone who knows you well and can comment on your potential as a graduate student. After you submit the e-mail addresses of your letter writers in the online application system, they will be automatically e-mailed a link to submit their letters electronically.
其他文件
A student applying to this sequence must also upload into the online application system:
- 目前的简历或C项.V.
- a two-page statement of purpose explaining your interest in the Applied 经济学 graduate sequence at 伊利诺斯州 University, 你的学术和职业目标, and what you hope to achieve as a graduate student in 经济学
国际学生
In addition to the above requirements, international applicants need to submit:
- Scores from either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS).
- 托福网考最低成绩:79分
- 最低雅思成绩:6分.5带
- 最低Duolingo分数:105
- 国际学生要求
申请的最后期限
- 秋季学期- 3月1日-考虑财政支持
- Fall Term — June 15 - financial support consideration is not guaranteed
- 春季学期- 10月15日
- 夏季学期——夏季学期不接受申请
研究生助教奖学金
The University provides graduate assistantships as a means of financial support. They are intended as a way to facilitate a student's progress to degree while providing important professional development.
资格
To be eligible for an assistantship a student must, generally,
- be admitted unconditionally as a degree-seeking student into a graduate academic program, or have a minimum of 120 本科 hours if in an integrated degree program
- 信誉良好
- be enrolled full-time (typically at least 9 credit hours during the fall or spring semesters, 或在夏季课程中至少6小时).
好处
研究生助理收到
- monthly wages paid in the form of either a stipend or an hourly wage
- 在一个学期的预约期间免除100%的学费
- a waiver for up to 12 credit hours of tuition for the summer term immediately following a fall or spring appointment
成本 & 资金
看到 学生账户 有关学杂费的信息. 资金 for graduate students is available from several different sources. 学生 who have been admitted from contiguous states including Iowa, 印第安纳州, 肯塔基州, 密歇根, 密苏里州, 威斯康星州将收取州内学费.
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