MA in Economics

Applicants should upload a transcript or record (e.g., web-based transcripts, mark sheets, relevé de notes) of any academic work from each university-level institution you have attended for use in review of your application.

At least TWO must be submitted by academic recommenders. You must request letters of recommendation from individuals who can best assess your academic work, intellectual ability, and potential for graduate work.

A CV is a type of résumé traditionally used to list academic accomplishments, awards, and publications. The CV includes research and teaching, publications, presentations, and other education-related activities. The CV/résumé that you upload should be the final version that you wish the faculty committee to review.

Please compose a succinct statement describing your past academic work and preparation related to your intended field of study, your plans for graduate study at Columbia, and your subsequent career objectives. If you intend to leave a graduate program at another university, please explain why you wish to do so. If you are not currently pursuing an academic program, please describe your activities since you were last enrolled in an academic institution. If there has been a break in your educational experience, please include a brief explanation.

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