Application Process

Please note:

We are transitioning the MAE to an online graduate program with an expected start date of Fall 2027.

Recommended admissions criteria

  • Minimum 3.1 undergraduate G.P.A. on a 4.0 scale
  • Undergraduate-level coursework in intermediate microeconomics, calculus and statistics

The above criteria is only recommended in addition to the minimum standards required by Ohio State Graduate and Professional Admissions.

Below are the minimum English language testing requirements for international applicants:

  • TOEFL
  • 19 on each section of the paper-based TOEFL
  • 79 on the TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Home Edition
  • 550 on the TOEFL ITP for students in the American Language Program
  • IELTS
  • 7.0 on the IELTS Academic test or IELTS Indicator (6.5 for Moritz College of Law applicants)
  • Duolingo
  • 120 or higher

Applicants can learn more about testing requirements and exemptions at the English Proficiency webpage.

Portal Opens

August 14
Application Portal opens for submission

Deadline

June 15
Deadline to submit application for International Students

Deadline

July 27
Deadline to submit application for Domestic Students

Decisions

March through August
Admission decisions are released on a rolling basis

Required Documents

  1. Statement of purposes explaining why applicant wants to be in the MAE program
  2. Resume/CV
  3. Three recommendations (applicant provides contact information, and Ohio State contacts recommendors directly)
  4. Transcript(s) from all institutions where applicant has earned college credit
  5. English language testing required for international applicants

Applicants should ensure they have all documentation and contact information ready prior to starting the online application.