PhD in Economics

Completion of four-year Bachelor’s Degree, or three-year Bachelor’s Degree

Please have official transcripts sent directly from all undergraduate institutions attended, as well as from any graduate programs (if applicable).

As an international student at IU Bloomington, you are required to submit documents in Atlas, proving you have the financial means to support yourself for a full calendar year, including tuition, fees, and living expenses.

Because academic ability and skill is so important in the program, at least one or two letters should be from people familiar with your academic or research work.

You must submit a personal statement detailing academic, career, and personal objectives, which will be read by professors in the appropriate field. The personal statement should explain why you wish to enroll at the Kelley School of Business, describe your qualifications, and identify special interest areas of study. The personal statement should be submitted through the online application. The personal statement is an opportunity for you to tell us about your academic and career direction and goals. Some major areas ask specific questions in the online application; be sure that you answer the questions that are asked on the application. Make a case for why you will fit into a particular program and what you will be able to contribute, rather than just what you hope to receive. Note: There is no word limit on your personal statement document, regardless of any notation on the IU University Graduate School application instructions.

Your current resume should be submitted as an attachment through the online application process under the resume section of the eApp.

1. TOEFL/IELTS 2. GRE