Application & VISA Fees

Top Economics Universities & Colleges in Abroad in 2025

College InfoCourse NameEligibilityFees (per Year)Financial AidAction
Princeton University

Important Dates:Early Action: November 1; Regular Decision: January 1
Application Fees:$70–$75 (fee waiver available)
Economics (A.B.)Same core requirements as above; strong foundation in math and writing recommendedTuition: $65,210 Total Cost of Attendance: ~$90,730Same as above; full need met, no loans; generous support for middle- and low-income familiesApply
University of Chicago

Important Dates:Early Action: November 1; Early Decision 1: November 1 (binding); Early Decision 2 & Regular Decision: January 3
Application Fees:$75 (waived for need-based aid applicants)
EconomicsHigh school diploma; application via Coalition or Common App; recommendations and transcripts required; TOEFL/IELTS for non-native speakersTuition: $71,325Total Cost of Attendance (On-Campus): $98,301 (includes student services, food, housing, books, personal, travel)“No Barriers” policy—financial aid meets 100% demonstrated need; families earning under $125K receive free tuition; those under $60K get tuition, room, and meals fully covered; aid ensures zero barriers (financialaid.uchicago.edu)Apply
Columbia University

Important Dates:Early Decision: November 1; Regular Decision: January 1
Application Fees:$85 (fee waiver available)
Economics (B.A.)High school diploma; Common/Coalition/QuestBridge application; official transcripts; 2 teacher recommendations; test-optional; TOEFL/IELTS for non-native speakersTuition: $70,170 Total Cost of Attendance: ~$96,990Meets 100% demonstrated need; need-blind admissions; no loans; families earning under $66,000 pay $0; tuition-free for many earning under $150,000Apply
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

Important Dates:Same as above
Application Fees:$70 via UC application
Economics (B.A.)Same application requirements; strong quantitative and writing skills recommendedSame estimated costs as above (CA: ~$43,137; Non-CA: ~$80,739)Same – no institutional financial aid for nonresidents/international students; in-state students may receive grants averaging $20,000Apply
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

Important Dates:Same application and aid deadlines as above
Application Fees:$75 (fee waiver available)
Economics (B.A.)Same application components as above; strong quantitative and writing background encouragedSame estimated COA figures applySame financial aid structure appliesApply