A minimum GPA of 3.0 (A=4.0) is required. Special attention may be given to the grades achieved most recently in courses relevant to our program (e.g., statistics, economic analysis, health economics and quantitative analysis).
A minimum of TOEFL score of 550 for the paper-based test, 213 for the computer-based test, 90 for the IBT test (with none of the four sections below 20) or a 6.5 on the IELTS (International English Language Test System), with no less than 6 on each band score, is required for admission. Higher scores are given priority for consideration of teaching and research assistantship should funds for this form of financial support become available.