Class Profile

Class Size

250

Average Age

22

Average Work Experience

1 Years

Language Test Scores

Minimum Score

88 / 120

Minimum Score

7 / 9

Diversity

Others:

10%

Quebec:

15%

Ontario:

45%

British Columbia:

10%

Alberta:

5%

Manitoba:

3%

Saskatchewan:

2%

Admissions

Application Requirements

Queen's University, Kingston requires that applicants have a minimum of a B average in their undergraduate degree. Applicants must also have completed at least two courses in economics and one course in mathematics. In addition, applicants must submit a personal statement and two letters of reference. The university also offers a pre-master's program for students who do not meet the minimum requirements. The program consists of two courses in economics and one course in mathematics. Students who successfully complete the program are guaranteed admission to the MA program in economics.

What Really Matters When Applying

• Step 1: Apply to the MA program

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• All applications for graduate study at Queen's University must be submitted online via the School of Graduate Studies application portal

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• Fee: $105 CDN

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• no-refundable

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• Step 2: Two Academic References

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• Reference letters are submitted through the online application portal. Once an application is submitted

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• referees are notified via email and are provided with the necessary form. Our department requires two academic reference letters in order to consider an application complete. If your referee did not receive this email

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• please have him/her check their "junk mail" as often this is where they end up. If this is not the case

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• please email us and we will arrange to have the email re-sent. If your referee requests a hardcopy of this form

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• please contact us and we will make the necessary arrangements. Referee letters must be received directly from the source and if a hardcopy is sent

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• it must be in a sealed and signed envelope. Reference letters sent through any other means will not be accepted

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• Step 3: Transcripts

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• Along with your application

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• you will be required to submit your official transcripts from each of the post-secondary institutions you have attended. Transcripts can now be uploaded directly through the application portal to the School of Graduate Studies. Details regarding submitt

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• it must be accompanied by a translation completed by the issuing university. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. Photocopies of transcripts will not be accepted unless they are properly notarized. If your transcript does not indicate the degree

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• you will need to submit an official letter from the issuing university providing this information

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• Please note: If you are a current or former student of Queen's University

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• you will not be required to submit your Queen's transcript

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• School of Graduate Studies

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• Queen's University

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• Gordon Hall Room 425

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• 74 Union Street

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• Kingston

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• Ontario

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• Canada K7L 3N6

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• Fall term marks

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• If you have not already completed your degree

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• we will require fall term marks before evaluating your application. Fall term marks may be submitted after the January 15th application deadline

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• however

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• it is best to send them as soon as possible so that your application may be adjudicated in a timely fashion

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• Step 4: Graduate Record Examination and English as a Second Language

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• GRADUATE RECORD EXAMINATION (GRE

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• If your previous degree is not from a Canadian or U.S. university

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• you will be required to submit a GRE score. There are no exceptions to this rule. There is no minimum GRE score requirement and we are unable to comment of the competitiveness of scores as this depends on the annual pool of applicants. GRE scores must

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• Institution Code: 0949 Department Code: 1801

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• Academic LOR

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• Transcript

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• Resume

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Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$65,000 / year

Top recruiters

Boston Consulting Group

Deloitte

EY

PwC

JPMorgan Chase

Goldman Sachs

Citigroup

Bank of America

Morgan Stanley

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$12,928 / year

Funding Options

Scholarships

See More

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  Queen's University President's Scholarship

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  Queen's University Entrance Scholarship

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  Queen's University Dean's Scholarship

FAQs

• What is the duration of Economics at Queen's University, Kingston?

  

  A student can complete Economics at Queen's University, Kingston with in 12.

• What is the annual tuition fee to pursue Economics at Queen's University, Kingston?

  

  The annual tuition fee to pursue Economics at Queen's University, Kingston is CAD 12928.

• Can I submit GMAT, LSAT, or MCAT scores instead of the GRE test scores to study abroad at Queen's University, Kingston?

  

  The submission of these scores mainly depends on the type of degree/ course selected at the Queen's University, Kingston. For example, the GMAT test is required to take admission to an abroad graduate management program, the LSAT is required during an abroad Law School admission process, and more. Therefore, check Queen's University, Kingston requirements before submitting a score.

• What is the scope of Economics for Indian/ international students?

  

  Economics can help Indian/ international students gain: 1. Quality and Practical Education 2. Global Recognition 3. International Exposure 4. Amazing Job Opportunities 5. Experience of Lifetime and more

• How difficult is it to get into Queen's University, Kingston to pursue Economics?

  

  If a student fulfils all the eligibility criteria and admission requirements of Queen's University, Kingston, they can easily pursue Economics. The basic eligibility criteria include the following: 1. A GPA above 3 2. Well-written Statement of Purpose 3. An impressive Letter of Recommendation 4. A Work Experience Certificate (if required) 5. A Statement of Financial Proof 6. Academic Transcripts 7. Valid Visa, etc.

• How long does it take to obtain an MS degree at Queen's University, Kingston?

  

  An MS degree at Queen's University, Kingston can usually be completed in 2 years. However, many universities offer a 1-year master’s specialisation as well. You can explore the official Queen's University, Kingston website to check the course/ degree duration.

• How to apply for a scholarship to pursue master’s at Queen's University, Kingston?

  

  One can apply for scholarships to pursue their international education at Queen's University, Kingston by: 1. Looking for country-specific scholarships by contacting the specific scholarship institutions. 2. Applying to or finding out if any subject-specific scholarships are available from the university website/ department.