Apply to the EMAIDS Program

Earn Your MS in EMAIDS from Illinois

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Graduate College oversees the admissions process for the MS in Economic Modeling, AI, & Data Science (EMAIDS).

To apply, review the Graduate College's Application Instructions and complete the online application.

Applications for EMAIDS open on August 1.

EMAIDS Deadline: April 1

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Application Requirements

Applicants must complete the Graduate College's online application and pay all application fees prior to the April 1 deadline.

Required Materials

The following materials are required and must be submitted through the online application portal.

  • Transcripts
  • Certificate of Degree (if available)
  • 3 letters of recommendation
  • Statement of purpose

TOEFL/IELTS Scores

Applicants must submit a valid TOEFL or IELTS score that meets U of I's minimum requirements

  • TOEFL minimum score: 5.0 iBT or 103 iBT Home Edition
  • IELTS minimum score: 7.5

Graduate Record Examination (GRE)

While the GRE is required for admission, it is only one component of the application. Admissions decisions are based on a comprehensive review of all application materials, including academic performance, letters of recommendation, statement of purpose, relevant experiences, and GRE scores. 

Institution Code: 1836