Overview

An Economics programme from Central Michigan University is a necessary step for many careers in the field. Whether you pursue doctoral work or a job after graduating, this will give you the quantitative and data analysis skills you'll need to thrive.

Programme Highlights

Take classes specifically aimed at preparing you to succeed at the Ph.D. level. Past master's students have completed doctoral work at institutions such as Yale and Vanderbilt—and received funding to do so.

Work closely with a faculty adviser while completing your thesis or research project.

Be in position to earn financial aid — all admitted students are considered.

Careers and Outcomes

About two-thirds of the students in the master's programme pursue doctoral degrees in economics. Some job titles include:

Financial Examiner

Policy Analyst

Financial Quantitative Analyst

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Econometrics

Econometric Applications

Advanced Microeconomic Theory

Advanced Macroeconomic Theory

Fundamentals of Mathematical Economics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00 , Local
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Mount Pleasant, United States

Disciplines

Economics View 402 other Masters in Economics in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

There are no specific undergraduate requirements for admission to the Master of Arts degree programme in economics. Students who, in the opinion of the Graduate Coordinator, are deficient in background will be advised to take additional courses. Students who do not meet the graduate school requirements may apply for nondegree admission. A maximum of 15 credits earned during non-degree status may be applied toward a graduate degree in Economics.

Submit a brief, one-page statement describing your purpose and general plan for graduate study at Central Michigan University. The statement should include information about your future career plans, or any past or current activities or achievements which are related to your proposed field of specialization including any research or teaching experience you may have had.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

15435 USD / year

≈ 15435 USD / year
Out-of-State

12435 USD / year

≈ 12435 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12435 USD / year

≈ 12435 USD / year

Living costs

Mount Pleasant

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Programme Highlights

Careers and Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Mount Pleasant

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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