BA MA Applicants

The Social Sciences Division offers three BA/MA programs:

• BA/MA in Social Sciences (four-year degree)
• BA/MA in International Relations (four-year degree)
• BA/MA in Economics (four-year degree)

Interested students wish to pursue a joint BA/MA degree should review our joint degree logistics and then meet with the Associate Dean of Students for Admissions in the Division of the Social Sciences (Lindsey Weglarz). We also recommend that students meet with their College Adviser to ensure they are on track to meet all college requirements. 

Application Requirements for MAPSS and CIR

BA/MA applicants apply during their third year in the College through the regular MA application for admission if applying to MAPSS or CIR. Prospective MAE students should apply through Advanced Scholars.

 Prospective joint students indicate their intention for the joint degree on the appropriate question. For MAPSS and CIR, application requirements include:

• Completed online application
• Unofficial transcripts for all post-secondary institutions attended
• Resume/CV
• Candidate statement
• 15-20 page writing sample (can be two shorter papers; Psychology applicants can submit a single shorter paper – see guidelines)
• Two (2) reference letters, preferably from faculty or instructors
• Director of Undergraduate Studies approval

Application fees and GRE scores are not required for BA/MA applicants.

Director of Undergraduate Studies Approval

As part of the online application for admission, all BA/MA applicants must seek approval to apply from the Director of Undergraduate Studies for their major(s).  This form confirms student eligibility and allows the major to specify how many, if any, MA courses can count towards major requirements or electives. If a student has more than one major, additional approvals are required. 

To request approval via the online application for admission, applicants must enter the email address for their Director of Undergraduate Studies, major advisor, or other authorized individual. Please be sure to select “Major Approval” as the request type, as the same system is used to request recommendation letters. There are no separate forms to complete and upload; all approvals must be submitted via the admissions system.

Deadlines

Application deadlines for the BA/MA are the same as for all other master’s applicants. BA/MA applicants are encouraged to apply during Round 1 or Round 2, as admission in Round 3 and Round 4 is on a space available basis only.