Economics

Master of Arts (MA)



Program Websites


Program Contact

Sandra Augustine (econ-gradcoordinator@uwo.ca)
Graduate Coordinator

Department of Economics

Western University
Social Science Centre Rm 4077
London, Ontario N6A 5C2

t. 519-661-2111 ext. 83505
f. 519-661-3666

Our MA program serves as an entry path to transition to our world-class PhD program. The program is course based, and provides a stimulating and collegial training environment designed to help students develop a strong understanding of the theory and applied tools of economics to develop superior research skills.

Program Length

  • 3 Terms

Program Design

  • Full-time study
  • Course-based

Funding Information

Applicants are encouraged to apply for the following scholarships (if eligible):

Tuition and Fees

Tuition and fee schedules (per term) are posted on the Office of the Registrar's website at http://www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_finances/fees_refunds/fee_schedules.html

Use this helpful tool, although designed to reflect costs associated with in person programs, to estimate how much money you will need to pay for your tuition, fees, and other expenses for a 12-month (three term) academic year.

Admission Requirements

  • Honours BA degree.
  • Minimum 78% average in last two years of undergraduate study.

English Language Proficiency

Applicants whose first language is not English must furnish evidence of their proficiency in the use of the English language:

  • The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). iBT (internet-Based Test):
    • For tests taken before January 21, 2026, Western requires a minimum overall score of 86, with no individual section score below 20. Some programs may require a higher minimum and/or specific band scores. Western’s TOEFL ID is 0984.
    • For tests taken on or after January 21, 2026, Western requires a minimum overall score of 4.5, with no individual section score below 4. Some programs may require a higher minimum and/or specific band scores. Western’s TOEFL ID is 0984.
  • The International English Language Testing Service (IELTS Academic). Minimum acceptable score is 6.5 out of 9.

Application Deadline

  • March 1, 2026

Acceptance notification approximately 6-8 weeks after the deadline.