In order to be accepted into the MA Fellowship program, you must either be:

• Enrolled in Mason's MA program in Economics 
• Applying to Mason's MA program in Economics 

If you are not already enrolled in Mason's MA program in Economics, please complete the standard application for fall admission and indicate on the application that you would like to be considered for funding. 

• 3rd Year
• 4th Year
• Graduate

• US Citizen
• Permanent Resident
• International or Other Visa Status
• Undocumented

The MA Fellowship is a two-year, competitive, fellowship program for students pursuing a master's degree in economics at George Mason University who are interested in gaining advanced training in applied economics in preparation for a career in public policy.

Acceptance into the fellowship program is dependent on acceptance into the MA program in economics at George Mason University. Please complete the standard application for fall admission to the MA program in economics at George Mason University, and indicate on the application that you would like to be considered for funding.

The total award of up to $80,000 (over two years) includes a monthly stipend, full tuition support (nine credits per semester), and practical experience conducting and disseminating research with Mercatus scholars and staff on pertinent policy issues.

Get details, application tips, and access the application via the program website.

If you have any questions, email MAFellowship@mercatus.gmu.edu.