Exciting news! The Barcelona Graduate School of Economics Scholarships is now open for applications. In this detailed guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about this scholarship opportunity, from its perks to the step-by-step application process.
The Barcelona Graduate School of Economics Scholarship for the academic year 2024-2025 is a fully funded master’s scholarship designed for international students. It covers tuition fees up to 100% and offers a limited number of fully funded scholarships.
Applicants admitted to the Barcelona GSE have already shown their potential to excel in our rigorous master’s programs. Exceptional candidates may receive financial assistance covering either all or part of their tuition fees.
This merit-based financial aid is made possible thanks to the generosity of public and private sponsors, as well as the resources of the Barcelona GSE itself.
Financial aid is awarded based on academic excellence, with waivers ranging from 100% to 25% of tuition fees, along with a select number of fully funded scholarships. It’s exclusively granted to candidates with outstanding academic records.
The Barcelona Graduate School of Economics (Barcelona GSE) is a prestigious institution dedicated to research and graduate education. Offering a variety of master’s programs in Economics, Finance, and Data Science, it consistently ranks among the top Economics Departments globally.
Each year, we allocate an average of 800,000€ in merit-based funding to master’s students, with around 36% of enrolled students receiving full or partial financial support.
Degree Level:
Barcelona Graduate School of Economics Scholarships 2024, Spain, is available for Master’s level programs at the Barcelona Graduate School of Economics.
Available Subjects:
Courses Offered:
Master’s Degree in Economics and Finance
- Economics Program
- Finance Program
Master’s Degree in Specialized Economic Analysis
- Competition and Market Regulation Program
- Economics of Public Policy Program
- International Trade, Finance, and Development Program
- Macroeconomic Policy and Financial Markets Program
Master’s Degree in Data Science
Data Science Program
Scholarship Benefits:
The Barcelona Graduate School of Economics Scholarships offer the following advantages to recipients:
Tuition Fee Waivers: Scholarships covering 100%, 75%, 50%, and 25% of tuition fees are available.
Teaching Assistantships: Opportunities for teaching assistant roles.
Fully Funded Scholarships: A limited number of scholarships that cover all expenses.
Eligible Nationalities:
This scholarship is open to international and domestic students.
Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible for the Barcelona Graduate School of Economics Scholarships, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Language Requirement: Proficiency in English.
- Eligible Countries: Open to international students from developing countries.
- Academic Qualifications: Hold an undergraduate/bachelor/grado/laurea, or equivalent degree from an accredited college or university. For Bologna degrees, a minimum of 180 ECTS credits is required.
- Preferred Fields of Study: A typical applicant would have a background in Economics, Finance, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or Business Administration.
- English Language Proficiency: Demonstrate an advanced level of English language skills, with a TOEFL score of 90 or higher or an IELTS Academic Test score of 6.5 or higher.
- Recommended but Not Required: GRE General Test.
It’s important to note that meeting these application requirements does not guarantee admission. Candidates will also be evaluated based on the following admission criteria:
- Exceptional academic record.
- Strong quantitative skills.
- Quality of reference letters.
Application Procedure:
Here are the steps to apply for this scholarship:
Gather your application materials:
- Undergraduate transcripts: If you don’t have an official transcript yet when applying, you may upload an unofficial copy. However, all accepted students must submit official transcripts during course registration in September, before the academic year begins.
- Undergraduate diploma: If you are applying before having completed your undergraduate program, you will need to upload a signed letter stating that you commit to graduating before you begin your master’s program at the Barcelona GSE.
- Copy of your passport.
- Curriculum vitae (2 pages maximum).
- Statement of purpose (700 words maximum).
- Proof of English language proficiency: Unless you are a native English speaker or have done your undergraduate degree at an English-speaking university, you must provide TOEFL, IELTS, or Cambridge scores or certificates. If you are not yet in possession of one of these language certificates, we suggest you wait to apply until you can fulfill this requirement with the documents required.
- Optional but highly recommended: GRE General Test scores: Applicants to all programs are encouraged to provide the scores of the GRE General Test, which are often an important element for admission decisions. A good GRE result is particularly helpful to candidates who have a bachelor in social sciences or another undergraduate degree without a strong quantitative component. In previous years, the GRE score has helped directors to identify candidates with excellent potential but little previous exposure to serious mathematical training. Hence we strongly encourage candidates to submit a GRE. (Barcelona GSE institution code for GRE General Test: 2531).
- Two reference letters that include evaluations of your intellectual ability, research abilities/experience, motivation to face challenges, capacity to work in groups, and propensity to thrive in a new environment.
- Complete the online application form: All programs share one online application form. When you create your application, you will have the option to list up to three programs, in order of your preference.
You may submit only one application, with up to three program choices, per academic year.
There is an application fee of 60€ (non-refundable). Most major credit card and bank transfer options are available.
You will receive your admission decision and any financial aid offer within 4-6 weeks (if seats are still available in your program).
