Double MA Program between Keio University and Brandeis University

About the Program

The Graduate School of Economics and Brandeis University jointly offer a double master’s degree program in economics, allowing qualified students to earn two master’s degrees in the field. Participants in this program are expected to develop not only advanced expertise in economics but also a global perspective and international experience. Upon completion of the program, graduates benefit from a wide range of career opportunities.

The program schedules for both April and September admissions are as follows:

The program schedules for both April and September admissions are shown in the table. For students enrolling in April, the first year (spring and autumn semesters) is spent at Keio University, with the application and selection process taking place around October. From the summer semester of the second year through the spring semester of the third year, students study at Brandeis University, where they complete the program. For students enrolling in September, the first year (fall semester and spring semesters) is spent at Keio University, with the application and selection process taking place around October. Students then study at Brandeis University during the fall and spring semesters of the second year and the fall semester of the third year, where they complete the program.

About Brandeis University

Brandeis University is a private research university located in Waltham, Massachusetts, in the United States. It is widely recognized as one of the leading institutions of higher education and has produced many distinguished alumni. Participants in this program are enrolled in the Brandeis International Business School, where they pursue Master’s degree in International Economics and Finance (MAief). MAief at Brandeis is a highly regarded graduate program that can be entered without prior professional experience. Under a well-structured curriculum, students gain specialized knowledge in international finance, economics and business, while developing practical skills applicable to real-world settings.

Note: Keio University Graduate School of Economics also accepts exchange students from Brandeis University.

Brandeis University

Brandeis University IBS (International Business School)

Eligibility for the Program

Applicants must meet the following requirements in order to apply for this program.

A TOEFL iBT score of 100 or higher, or an IELTS score of 7.0 or higher.
A strong academic record.
Course Requirements

Credit Transfer

Students must earn a total of 16 credits at Keio University from the following courses, which are eligible for credit transfer to Brandeis University.

Intermediate Microeconomics (4 credits)
Intermediate Macroeconomics (4 credits)
Course in Econometrics* (4 credits)
An elective course approved by Brandeis (4 credits)

*This can include "Statistics II" and "Introduction to Econometrics" offered by the Faculty of Economics.

Graduate Courses

Applicants must have completed, or plan to complete, at least three courses (six credits) taught in English by the second semester at the Graduate School of Economics at Keio prior to their departure to the United States.

Applicants may not apply simultaneously to both the Double Degree Program with Brandeis University and the CEMS MIM Program. There are significant differences in eligibility requirements and application documentーparticularly with regard to language requirementsーbetween these two programs. Applicants are therefore advised to carefully review the application guidelines.

Application to Brandeis University

During the study period abroad, students are required to pay tuition to Brandeis University. However, participants in this program will receive a 25% discount on annual tuition.
Students admitted to this program are eligible to apply for the Toshizo Watanabe International Scholarship Program (TWISP). Under TWISP, full tuition is covered, and a partial stipend is also provided to support living expenses.
One letter of recommendation from the academic advisor is required.
In addition to the scholarships available to participants of this program (see above), applicants who wish to apply for other scholarships offered by Brandeis University are advised to submit Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) score.

Toshizo Watanabe International Scholarship Program (TWISP)

CEMS Double Master’s Degree Programme