Spring 2024 Economics On-Campus Graduate Student Orientation
Wednesday, January 17
Welcome to the Department of Economics at Boston University! We look forward to meeting you during Orientation. Please carefully read through the information below.
If you have any questions, please get in touch with Karen Rodi, Master’s Program Administrator.
Welcome Memo, Schedule, Guidelines, and Services
International Students Awaiting Clearance
Some of you are waiting to be cleared by the International Students & Scholars office and officially admitted to the University. You have access to this Orientation information in the hopes that you will be able to provide the necessary documentation and will be joining us here during Orientation.
Peer Advising and Housing
All new students can be assigned peer advisors. These are advanced graduate students who have been asked to assist you in getting settled. Peer advisors generally communicate with an incoming student before he/she arrives on campus. If you would like to be assigned a peer advisor, refer to the memo regarding Housing/Peer information. All students who need help with housing should contact the Housing Coordinator. For more information on peer advising, click here.
Registration
All students can register during Orientation once they meet with their academic advisor. Registration procedures will be explained at the Orientation session. Economics graduate students cannot register before Orientation. Read here for more information regarding registration.
Master's Placement Exams
Here is a sample exam for the reference of MA, MAEP, and MA/MBA students. It’s only a sample and there is no guarantee that the same kinds of questions will be on the placement exam that you take.
Graduate Program Rules and Requirements