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Economics (MA)

University of Toronto

Toronto, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #32

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At University of Toronto in Toronto, Canada, Economics (MA) is offered as a master's degree in Economics programme. The programme runs for 2 semesters, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 34,900 per year (CAD 9,608 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Economics
Duration: 2 semesters
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 9,608 / year
International tuition: CAD 34,900 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: sgs.utoronto.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Master of Arts (MA) in Economics is a coursework-only program with no thesis requirement, offered through the Department of Economics on a full-time or part-time basis. It is designed for students who intend to work in the public, private, or not-for-profit sectors, as well as for students planning to pursue a PhD in economics. Instruction covers economic theory, econometrics, and a wide variety of applied fields, building students' capacity for rigorous economic analysis. The full-time program is completed over 2 sessions (Fall-Winter), delivered in person; the part-time program takes 6 sessions. Admission requires a bachelor's degree with standing equivalent to a University of Toronto mid-B (75%) or better in the final year, along with full-year courses in calculus, intermediate microeconomics, intermediate macroeconomics, and statistics. The GRE General Test is required for applicants with a non-Canadian degree and strongly encouraged for those with a Canadian degree.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 75.00 / %
Admission Requirements: A bachelor's degree with standing equivalent to a University of Toronto mid-B (75%) or better in the final year, including full-year courses in calculus, intermediate microeconomics, intermediate macroeconomics, and statistics. Admission is competitive and accepted applicants typically exceed the minimum requirements. The GRE General Test is required for applicants holding a non-Canadian degree and strongly encouraged for those with a Canadian degree.

About University of Toronto

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Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1827
Students: 103,140
QS rank: #32
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Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Economics (MA) award?

University of Toronto awards a Master's Degree in the field of Economics on completion of this programme.

How long does Economics (MA) take?

The programme runs for 2 semesters.

How much does Economics (MA) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 34,900 per year (CAD 9,608 per year for local students).

Can Economics (MA) be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at University of Toronto.

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