Admission

Admission status, credit requirements, transfer credits accepted, academic standards, residence requirements, and time limits conform to registrations as given by the UGA Graduate School. 

Appliants to our graduate programs are welcomed from all undergraduate majors. An undergraduate degree in economics is not required. Incoming Ph.D. students are expected to have solid preparation in economic theory, mathematics, and quantitative methods.

Students interested in being considered for departmental assistantships should submit their applications by mid-February, although students who submit after mid-February may still be considered for assistantships. The final deadline to submit applications for international students is April 15; the final deadline for domestic students is June 30. If you are interested in special scholarships and fellowship opportunities (such as fellowships and other funding), please visit the Graduate School's website.

Requirements

All admission decisons are based on a thorough evaluation by the departmental Graduate Committee and acceptance by the UGA Graduate School. Transcripts, GRE scores, statement of purpose, resume, and three letters of recommendation are required. Minimum requirements for GPA and TOEFL scores are:

However, the merits of each applicant are considered individually. There is no GRE minimum score requirement. 

Application Materials

When applying to our graduate programs, follow the application procedure as explained by the UGA Graduate School. Applicants are responsible for the submission of all materials required for admission.

See also: UGA Graduate School Information Request Form

The following information must be submitted to the Graduate School by all applicants:

• Graduate School Application Form
• $75 application processing fee (for the first application), $25 for each additional application
• Unofficial transcripts from each institution where you earned a degree
• GRE entrance test scores sent by the testing agency
• Three letters of recommendation
• Current resume
• Statement of Purpose

International applicants must also submit the following additional materials:

• Official TOEFL or IELTS scores sent by testing agency

ONLY if admitted, all admittees must send OFFICIAL transcripts and test scores as well as proof of graduation to the Graduate School. Domestic admittees will have to submit an application for Georgia residence status if claiming legal residence in Georgia. International admittees will have to submit a Certificate of Financial Support form and VISA information.