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College Info
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At a glance
- Type
- private
Official website
www.barcelonagse.eu/USAQS #99 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete
Barcelona Graduate School of Economics
The Barcelona Graduate School of Economics (Barcelona GSE) is a private, graduate-level institution based in Barcelona, Spain, specializing in economics, finance, data science, and related social sciences. It was founded in 2006 and is known for its research-oriented faculty, rigorous quantitative training, and highly international student body. Despite its name, Barcelona GSE is not located in the United States; it operates within the Barcelona metropolitan area in collaboration with several Catalan universities and research centers. Barcelona GSE offers a range of master's and doctoral programs designed to prepare students for academic, public-sector, and private-sector careers in economics and policy. It functions as a non-profit foundation focused on advanced graduate education and research, drawing students and faculty from around the world.
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Times Higher Education #1 · 2026QS #99 · 2026QS World University Rankings #2025 · 2026Times Higher Education #1 · 2025QS World University Rankings #184 · 2025Times Higher Education #3 · 2024
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,850
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Campus Vibe
Urban
The campus blends an urban setting with a sporty and academically focused community, supported by a large and internationally diverse student body. Infrastructure is extensive with over 400 facilities, though academic rigor scores low relative to peer institutions.
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
8/10
Diversity
1/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies widely by state
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
100% placement rate
Graduates report a 100% placement rate across fields such as Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Finance, Economics, and Data Science. Average starting salary data is not reported, so prospective students should research recent outcomes directly with the school.
Popular fields
Supply Chain ManagementBusiness AnalyticsFinanceEconomicsEntrepreneurshipData ScienceHuman Resource ManagementMarketing
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Student Life
25,000 students (5,000 international)
Campus: Urban
Location: Barcelona, United States
Climate: Varies widely by state
Research local rent and transport for your intake year
Located in Barcelona, the school hosts approximately 25,000 students with city safety and nightlife both rated moderately at 7 out of 10. The weather profile varies widely by state, and students should research local rent and transport costs for their intake year.
LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 45.5%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
The acceptance rate is approximately 45.5%, with the best time to apply between December and March for Fall intake. Rolling deadlines vary by school within the institution, so applicants should confirm specific program timelines.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 45.5%
💡Latest cutoff: TOEFL iBT 100
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school