Program Overview

The PhD in Economics prepares students for careers in teaching, research, and consulting. The program emphasizes high-quality research and teaching skills, with coursework in micro theory, macro theory, and econometrics, followed by specialization in the second or third year. Students complete a field-specific research paper and a dissertation, and are assessed through exams, research papers, and teaching evaluations. Graduates have gone on to successful careers in academia, government, and industry.