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PhD in Economics in the United States

Economics analyses how societies use scarce resources – markets, prices, growth, trade, public finance and policy. Programmes combine theory with quantitative methods and lead to careers in business, finance, government and research.

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    Economics (Ph.D. )

    Fordham University 🇺🇸 Tarrytown, United States

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    Economics Ph.D.

    Washington University in St. Louis 🇺🇸 St Louis, United States

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    Applied Economics Ph.D. (PhD)

    Clemson University 🇺🇸 Clemson, United States

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    Applied Economics, Forestry (Ph.D.)

    Auburn University 🇺🇸 Auburn, United States

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    Applied Economics - PhD

    Auburn University College of Liberal Arts 🇺🇸 Auburn, United States

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    Applied Economics Ph.D.

    Clemson University 🇺🇸 Clemson, United States

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    Allied Health, Recreation, and Community Services (EdD)

    University of Northern Iowa 🇺🇸 Cedar Falls, United States

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    Applied Economics Ph.D.

    University of Minnesota 🇺🇸 Minneapolis, United States

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    Economics (Doctoral Degree)

    University of Massachusetts Amherst 🇺🇸 Amherst, United States

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    Applied Economics, Forestry - PhD

    Auburn University College of Liberal Arts 🇺🇸 Auburn, United States

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    Economics, Ph.D.

    University of Massachusetts Amherst 🇺🇸 Amherst, United States

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    Economics (PhD)

    New York University 🇺🇸 New York, United States

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    Economics, M.A., Ph.D.

    University of Notre Dame 🇺🇸 Notre Dame, United States

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    Economics - Ph.D.

    Purdue University 🇺🇸 West Lafayette, United States

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    Economics (631500), MA, MSEcon, PhD

    University of Texas at Austin 🇺🇸 Austin, United States

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    Economics: M.A., Ph.D.

    Boston College 🇺🇸 Chestnut Hill, United States

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    Economics (PhD)

    Brown University 🇺🇸 Providence, United States

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    DHS - Doctor of Human Services (Online Doctoral Degree)

    Capella University 🇺🇸 Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

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    PhD in Human Services (Online Doctoral Degree)

    Capella University 🇺🇸 Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

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    Economics, Economics, CAS (PhD)

    American University 🇺🇸 Washington, United States

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PhD in Economics in the United States – facts and figures

In the United States, 105 universities and colleges offer 160 PhD programmes in Economics. Popular study locations are Oakland, Lincoln, Clemson and Pittsburgh. Institutions with the widest choice: University of California, University of Nebraska - Lincoln and Clemson University.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study PhD programmes in Economics?

The directory lists 160 PhD programmes in Economics at 105 institutions in the United States. Popular cities include Oakland, Lincoln and Clemson.

How long does a PhD in Economics take?

A PhD programme usually takes 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Part-time and online formats take longer; check the exact duration with each institution.

Which universities offer the most PhD programmes in Economics in the United States?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are University of California, University of Nebraska - Lincoln, Clemson University, Carnegie Mellon University and State University of New York (SUNY).

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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