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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. (Dual Degree Program)

    University of Michigan 🇺🇸 Ann Arbor, United States

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    Ph.D. in Economics (Tepper only)

    Carnegie Mellon University 🇺🇸 Pittsburgh, United States

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    Economics (Doctorate)

    Portland State University 🇺🇸 Oregon, United States

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    Economics (PhD)

    Oklahoma State University 🇺🇸 Stillwater, Tulsa, Oklahoma City, United States

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    Ph.D. in Economics

    Carnegie Mellon University 🇺🇸 Pittsburgh, United States

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    Economics, Ph.D./Law, J.D.

    University of Michigan 🇺🇸 Ann Arbor, United States

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    Economics (PhD)

    Washington State University 🇺🇸 Pullman, United States

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    Economics, PhD (together with USC Columbia)

    University of South Carolina - Beaufort 🇺🇸 Beaufort, United States

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    International Economics: Ph.D.

    University of California, Santa Cruz 🇺🇸 Santa Cruz, United States

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    Economics (PhD)

    University of Miami, Business School 🇺🇸 Miami, United States

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    Economics (PhD)

    Texas A and M University 🇺🇸 College Station, United States

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    Economics - Public Choice Ph.D.

    University of California, Irvine 🇺🇸 Irvine, United States

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    Economics (Ph.D.)

    University of New Mexico 🇺🇸 Albuquerque, United States

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    Economics, MA, PhD

    Northwestern University 🇺🇸 Evanston, United States

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    Taxation (Juris Doctor Program)

    Hastings College of the Law, University of California 🇺🇸 San Francisco, United States

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    Economics, Doctor of Philosophy in

    Northern Illinois University 🇺🇸 DeKalb, United States

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    Economics, PhD

    University of Illinois at Chicago 🇺🇸 Chicago, Urbana-Champaign, Springfield, United States

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    Economics PhD

    Gatton College of Business and Economics 🇺🇸 Lexington, United States

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    Economics (Applied Economics Department), (PhD)

    Utah State University 🇺🇸 Logan, Roosevelt, Vernal, Price, San Juan, Tooele, Brigham City, United States

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    Economics (PhD)

    University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 🇺🇸 Chapel Hill, 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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