Application Checklist
The application process to the Barcelona Graduate School of Economics is conducted entirely online. In order to apply, you will need to create your own username and give a password to enter the system. Once you’ve got your login and password you will need to fill out the application available on this site.
The Barcelona GSE application system allows you to fill out the application and modify the information provided at any time before submitting. The information provided will be saved for later access within the system.
The Barcelona GSE staff will not consult or review the information provided until you decide to submit your application.
In addition to the online application, the following supporting documents must be submitted in PDF format:
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Undergraduate Academic transcripts or mark sheets [required] Format: PDF Maximum File Size: 800kb Temporary Transcript Template: download [pdf] | This must include the details of the undergratuate university degrees obtained or to be awarded this year (BAs, BSc, and so on) in the form of a simple certificate, transcript, or grade-sheet from your university, or your own statement showing the final (or intermediate) results obtained.** |
Advanced degree information optional Format: attach to the end of your undergraduate transcript document | If you have any Master degree you would like to include in the application, please attach it at the end of the undergraduate degee in the same document. |
Curriculum Vitae [required] Format: PDF Maximum File Size: 400kb | No longer than one page
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Statement of Purpose [required] Format: PDF Maximum File Size: 400kb | A 500-700 word document outlining your academic and research background and interests, as well as how you feel you will benefit from your participation in the Barcelona GSE. |
Proof of English Language Knowledge [required] Format:PDF Maximum File Size: 400kb | An official document or certificate from one of the accepted programs. If you are exempt from the language requirement, or submitting a TOEFL score in the future, please explain this in a brief attachment.** A list of accepted programs and exemption conditions is available on the Admission Criteria page. |
Additional Note optional Format:PDF Maximum File Size: 400kb | Admittance of candidates is not based exclusively on scores and performance. Therefore, any additional information that the candidate would like to have considered should be shared in this section.
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| **Please note that, if accepted to the Barcelona GSE, you will be expected to submit the official documents to support the information you supplied in your application. This includes your official academic transcript and diploma and, if you have supplied your GRE/GMAT score, an official score report from the ETS. |
Letters of reference (required)
The Barcelona GSE must receive two letters of reference from two referees of your choice. The letters must be sent directly from your referees to the Barcelona GSE.
Instructions for Referees:
Candidates must provide two letters of reference. Click here to download a standard template for referees to fill out.
- Please note that referees can submit their references before the candidate has sent in his or her application.
- It is not necessary to include any type of image (i.e. letterhead) in the document; however referees must include their full name, work address, email, and signature.
- Referees are also asked to please include the name of the candidate in the subject line of the email.
- Referees are encouraged to evaluate the candidate based on the following criteria:
- Intellectual ability
- Research abilities/experience
- Work ethic
- Motivation to face challenges
- Capacity to work in groups
- Propensity to thrive in new environment
- Oral expression skills
- Written expression skills
- Please rate the applicant in comparison with others of his/her age and position whom you have known within the past five years. If possible indicate the number of students or employees with whom you are comparing him/her.
Letters can be sent via email to: references@barcelonagse.eu or via mail in a sealed envelope with the signature of the referee to:
Reference Letters
Barcelona GSE
carrer Ramon Trias Fagas, 25-27
08005 Barcelona Spain
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