Master’s Program in Economics
Economics
The master of science and master of arts in economics are primarily intended to prepare students for doctoral studies in economics. Consequently, students are required to take the same first-year core theory and econometrics courses as the Ph.D. students, with specialization courses in the second year. Students that choose to do a master of arts are required to satify the foreign language requirement by earning an additional 15 credits in a language.
Our graduates in economics are well prepared to continue their studies at the doctoral level. Our graduates have recently continued their studies at a variety of institutions, such as the University of Oregon, George Mason University, and Harvard Law School.
Graduate Employment
The Department graduates an average of slightly over seven master’s students a year, which is about the average for the University, and above average for research masters' degrees. Our graduates are competitive in the job market.
Our students have found employment with a variety of public and private institutions, including a private environmental consulting firm, AT&T, and the Federal Reserve Bank. During their schooling, beyond finding employment, our graduates have found that studying economics leads to a fulfilling career.
Program Requirements
Regardless of which master's degree is chosen, a student must earn a minimum of 30 credits above a bachelor's degree for Plan A (thesis) or Plan B (paper) or 33 credits for Plan C (coursework only).
A student must also complete additional classes or research requirements to meet Plan A, B, or C graduation requirements.
Plan A: minimum of 6 research credits
Plan B: maximum of 3 research credits
M.S./M.A. in Economics
Fall Semester (12 credits)
Macroeconomic Theory I (Econ 6000)
Microeconomic Theory I (Econ 6100)
Mathematical Economics I (Econ 7350)
Mathematical Economics II (Econ 7360)
Spring Semester (11 credits)
Research Methods (Econ 6060)
Macroeconomic Theory II (Econ 7240)
Microeconomic Theory II (Econ 7140)
Econometrics I (Econ 7310)