Barcelona School of Economics

Barcelona School of Economics

The Barcelona School of Economics is a community of researchers, professors, students, and alumni who all share the School’s core spirit: to create value for society with rigorous work and social responsibility through pioneering research and education. The applications period for our Master's 2026-27 is open. Application deadline for 2026-27: July 2

History

Modern crises and emerging challenges have called established economic models into question. In 2006, as thought leaders in countries all over the globe were re-examining our understanding of economic science, a group of highly renowned professors and economists envisioned the need for a graduate school that could produce research and trained professionals.

Education

The objective of our Master’s programs is to prepare you for careers in Economics, Finance, or Data Science that require intense analytical thinking, strong quantitative skills, and the ability to work with colleagues from diverse academic, professional, and cultural backgrounds.

Recognized and respected by prestigious universities, companies, and organizations across the globe, a BSE Master’s Degree on your CV signals that you have what it takes to make valuable contributions in today’s knowledge-based economy.

Research

The joint efforts of our academic units have positioned the Barcelona School of Economics among the world's top research groups. Evidence of our research community's strength includes competitive research rankings (Top 10 Economics Department in the World, RePEc), four consecutive Severo Ochoa Excellence Accreditations (2012-2015; 2016-2019; 2020-24;2025-28), and the consolidation of the Barcelona School of Economics Summer Forum as the premier annual conference in Europe for top researchers.

Career

94% of graduates placement within 6 months of completing their master's. Our Career Services team provides students and alumni with a portfolio of resources to support their career development and prepare for a successful job search.

We also work with recruiters and the BSE network of faculty and alumni to identify placement opportunities that match the quality and caliber of our Master's graduates.

Top reasons to study here

  • 94% career placement success rate (last cohort). Increase your chances of landing your dream job with one-to-one guidance, access to recruiters.
  • Live the year of your life in Barcelona with international students from 50+ countries and faculty with PhDs from top universities,
  • Consistently ranked among top 3 economic research institutions in Europe by RePEc.

Barcelona School of Economics Key Statistics & Highlights

  • 27 Scholarships
  • 151 Academic Staff
  • 279 Students
  • 229 Students (int'l)

Barcelona School of Economics Overview

Barcelona School of Economics Scholarships

Barcelona School of Economics Scholarships

Below you will find scholarships related to Barcelona School of Economics. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.

Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Summer courses of Lectures for Institutes of Languages from the University
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based

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Admit Lab
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Go-Again Alumni Scholarship
Merit-based

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Spanish Studies Abroad Alumni Scholar Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 May 2026
Study Abroad Scholarship Program - Diversity Scholarship
Merit-based

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Spanish Studies Abroad
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
Merit-based

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PlagiarismSearch
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1550 EUR
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
ELES-Scholarship (Ernst-Ludwig-Ehrlich-Studienwerk)

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Austria’s Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
22 Jun 2026
Lawyers of Tomorrow Scholarship
Merit-based

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Law Offices of James F. DiQuattro
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Francesca Norris Memorial Scholarship
Merit-based

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International Society of Women Airline Pilots
Location not available

Complete overview of scholarships

Student services

Our admissions officers are available to assist you at every stage of the process, from choosing a program that fits your background and career goals, to completing your application package, as well as guiding you through student visa and relocation matters if you accept an offer to join one of our programs.

Housing services

The Barcelona School of Economics Admissions Office is happy to assist new master's students looking to establish their student lives quickly and comfortably. There are several types of accommodation that we hope will fit every budget and preference. Typical living arrangements that students choose include:

  • Staying at a student residence hall
  • Renting an apartment
  • Renting a room in a shared apartment with other students

Library services

Students at the Barcelona School of Economics have access to the world-class research libraries

  • UPF Library
  • Over 500,000 publications and more than 6,000 periodical subscriptions
  • Electronic Library: on-line access to full-text information resources including catalogs/databases, over 10,000 electronic journals, 6,700 electronic books
  • Long opening hours, including 24-hour access during exam periods.

ICT services

An extensive wifi network is present at all facilities to allow access to email and the Internet on campus. 

The BSE's Virtual Campus allows students to access to a secure on-line space for:

  • Viewing course and exam schedules
  • Downloading course materials
  • Checking grades
  • Contacting fellow students or instructors via an internal message service
  • Receiving reminders about administrative matters 

Campus life

With one campus just steps from the Mediterranean Sea and the other in the middle of a beautiful mountain landscape, Barcelona School of Economics students and researchers have two unique environments for their academic activities. 

Barcelona School of Economics study programs and research centers are located on two main campuses:

  • Ciutadella Campus in the center of Barcelona
  • Bellaterra Campus a short distance outside the city

Sports facilities

Sometimes you need to take a break — and leave the library! Activities organized for students, alumni, and professors have included:

  • Community picnics
  • Hiking outside the city
  • Winery tours
  • Football tournaments
  • Ski trips to Andorra

Student clubs

A few times each term, we organize social events to give students a chance to relax—and leave the library! Students, alumni, and professors are invited to participate in events such as picnics on campus and excursions to nearby nature parks or wineries.

Accreditation

The BSE has received institutional accreditation and certification of the internal quality system from the Quality Agency for the Catalan University System (AQU), the public agency entrusted with the assessment, accreditation and certification of quality in the universities and higher education institutions in Catalonia. AQU is a member of the European Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (ENQA).

All BSE Master's degrees have been successfully accredited by AQU, first through processes for each degree program and now under the institutional accreditation. Therefore, all BSE Master's degrees are recognized as Official Masters within the framework of the Bologna Process.

Barcelona School of Economics Campus Locations

#1 Main Campus
Spain Country
Barcelona City

Barcelona School of Economics Student Reviews & Awards

4.3

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5/5

A faculty of the highest academic level

One of the best schools in the world to study a master's degree in Econ. The program exceeded my expectations by far.

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Sep 2024 - Jul 2025
Posted on Oct 2025
4/5

I research many university but i chosse this.

Study abroad is too much good and when come back to home country just i measn all of experince in other country should adopt and start a new juourney in a home country.

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Apr 2025 - Sep 2027
Posted on Jan 2026
4/5

Good

The program was very complete, the professors were very competent

Posted by Provided by ESN
Studied from Sep 2019 - Jun 2024
Posted on Apr 2025
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