TOEFL 550 on paper-based or 80 on Internet-based test IELTS An overall band score of 6.0 with no individual score below 5.0. GRE The GRE General Test is required of all applicants

PS In an essay of 250 – 500 words, state your purpose in undertaking graduate study in your chosen field. Include your academic objectives, research interests, and career plans. Also discuss your related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and community activities, and any other substantial accomplishments not already mentioned on the application. If you are applying for an assistantship or fellowship, you should also describe any teaching experience you have had. Fee Application fee: $75 RL All applicants should have solid training in calculus and in intermediate microeconomic and macroeconomic theory. Please note that the Economics Department requires two and prefers three recommendation letters from Master's candidates. Transcript Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended, whether or not credit was earned, the program was completed, or the credit appears as transfer credit on another transcript. Unofficial transcripts are accepted upon submission of your application. If accepted, transcripts must be forwarded in their original sealed envelopes. If academic records are in a language other than English, a certified English language translation must be provided; translations alone will not be accepted. Supporting documents not submitted online should be mailed to: Columbian College of Arts and Sciences – Graduate Admissions Office The George Washington University 801 22nd Street NW, Phillips Hall 107 Washington DC 20052