Submit your materials through Ohio State's Graduate and Professional Admissions application system. For assistance in submitting your application for the Master of Applied Economics degree, please feel free to contact aedegradservices@osu.edu or gpadmissions@osu.edu.
INFORMATION SESSIONS
Complete form to attend an MAE Information Session
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.
Application Timeline
August 15 | Application Portal opens for submission
International Deadline – June 17 | Domestic Deadline - July 31 | Final Application Deadline
Admission decisions are released on a rolling basis beginning in March.
Required Documents
- Statement of purposes explaining why applicant wants to be in the MAE program
- Resume/CV
- Three recommendations (applicant provides contact information, and Ohio State contacts recommendors directly)
- Transcript(s) from all institutions where applicant has earned college credit
- English language testing required for international applicants
Applicants should ensure they have all documentation and contact information ready prior to starting the online application.
Questions? We are here to help. Contact AEDE Graduate Admissions and Services below.
AEDE Graduate Admissions and Services
aedegradservices@osu.edu | 614-292-7911
Ohio State Graduate and Professional Admissions
gpadmissions@osu.edu | 614-292-9444