Master of Arts in Economics

Career Outlook for M.A. in Economics Graduates

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How to Apply

You’ll apply through the Graduate School.

Applications are accepted year-round, though we rarely admit students for spring. Once an application meets Graduate School requirements, it is forwarded to the department for review.

Admissions decisions are sent by email. Funding decisions are made in March for the following fall semester.

Costs and Funding

Our competitive tuition and fees helps ensure an excellent return on the investment of your time and resources. Learn about additional funding opportunities for graduate students.

Curriculum and Requirements

In your first year, you’ll complete core coursework in Microeconomic Theory (ECON 660), Macroeconomic Theory (ECON 661), Statistics and Probability (ECON 590), and Math for Economists (ECON 591). If you don’t pass these theory courses with a B or better, you’ll have to take the M.A. comprehensive exam during the first full week of August between your first and second year.

By the end of your second year, you’ll complete your M.A. research paper. Once approved by a faculty member, the M.A. degree is awarded.

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Faculty

Our faculty bring diverse experiences, backgrounds, scholarship and expertise in labor, public and financial economics and econometrics. They’re committed to facilitating engaging learning experiences in and outside the classroom.

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