Deadline:
July 10, 2025
Location(s)
Spain
Ramon Trias Fargas, 25-27 08005 Barcelona
Overview
The BBVA Foundation and the Barcelona Graduate School of Economics offer fully-funded scholarships to study a 9-month master in Economics, Finance or Data Science.
Details
We offer three Master's Degrees at the Barcelona Graduate School of Economics. Each degree has its own specialized programs of study. When you apply, you will indicate the specific program you wish to enter. You can see all the details of the programs of study on the pages below:
Master Degree in Economics and Finance
- Economics Master's Program
- Finance Master's Program
Master Degree in Specialized Economic Analysis
- Competition and Market Regulation Master's Program
- Economics of Public Policy Master's Program
- International Trade, Finance, and Development Master's Program
- Macroeconomic Policy and Financial Markets Master's Program
Master Degree in Data Science
- Data Science Master's Program
Our admissions team will also be happy to talk with you about your interests, experience, and objectives in order to determine which program(s) would be the best fit for you.
All Barcelona GSE Master's Degrees have been recognized by the Catalan and Spanish Education authorities within the framework of the Bologna Process (in Spanish, “Master Universitario o Master Oficial”). You will receive an official Master's degree upon completion of any of our programs.
Top Rankings
The Barcelona GSE is ranked by Research Papers in Economics (RePEc) among the top 5 European institutions and the top 15 economics departments worldwide.
Renowned Professors
The academic excellence of the Barcelona GSE rests on the talent, enthusiasm and drive of its world-class faculty, with more than 200 affiliated and guests professors, drawn from leading universities and companies around the world.
Life in Barcelona
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
At the Barcelona GSE, we look for excellence and talent. Key elements of a strong application are a high GPA, a sound statement of purpose and standout reference letters. Strong knowledge in Economics and good quantitative skills are also recommended.
Application requirements:
- An undergraduate/bachelor/grado/laurea, or equivalent degree from an accredited college or university (for Bologna degrees, a minimum of 180 ECTS are required).
- A typical applicant would hold a University Diploma in Economics, Finance, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or Business Administration. See our Student Profilefor more detailed information.
- An advanced level of English language skills: TOEFL score of 90 or better / IELTS Academic Test score of 6.5 or better
Not required but highly recommended:
- GRE General Test
Note that the fulfillment of the application requirements does not guarantee admission. Candidates will also be evaluated on the following admission criteria:
- Outstanding academic record
- Quantitative skills
- Reference letters
Dates
Deadline: July 10, 2025
Cost/funding for participants
Financial Aid
All financial aid is awarded based on academic merit in competition with all other candidates. Every applicant is considered for all available financial aid opportunities. Financial aid at the Barcelona GSE may consist of:
Full or partial tuition waivers
Waivers are reductions of 100%, 75%, 50% or 25% on tuition fees. All students, including those awarded a tuition waiver, must pay a 1000€ reservation fee to confirm their place in the program.
Scholarships
Thanks to the participation of a number of companies and institutions, the Barcelona GSE is able to offer a number of tuition waivers and fully-funded scholarships based on academic merit. These highly competitive financial awards help the School attract the best and brightest international students.
Teaching Assistantships (TA)
A small number of teaching assistantships will be awarded to students in the Economics and Finance Programs. These positions are competitive and available to a limited number of top students. TAs are responsible for 30 hours of teaching (distributed flexibly throughout the year), plus other duties.
Un-save Opportunity
Internships, scholarships, student conferences and competitions.
