Overview

The Master of Arts in Policy Economics at Williams College has the following learning objectives:

To deepen an understanding of core economic principles and how they apply to policy issues in low and middle-income countries.
To master the theoretical and empirical tools necessary to evaluate economic research and assess its applicability to specific developing and emerging economies.
To learn how to develop and articulate pragmatic, principles-based policies to enhance economic well-being and promote social justice.

Graduation Requirements

Field trips to major cities for varied conferences and seminars are an integral part of the academic program; attendance and participation are required.
All bills must be paid by college-established deadlines prior to graduation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Economic Growth and Development

Econometrics

Econometrics Advanced

Public Economics in Developing Countries

Developing Country Macro

Time Series Econometrics and Empirical Methods for Macro

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 10 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

More details

Late applications may be considered if the space remains in the incoming class.

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

North Adams, United States

Disciplines

Economics Environmental Economics & Policy View 402 other Masters in Economics in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

At least a bachelor’s degree in economics or a related field (and including core economics courses).

It is strongly recommended (but not required) that you take the GRE if it is offered as a computer based exam in your country.

Your CV and your application form must be submitted in English. Academic transcripts and copies of your university diploma may be submitted in English, French, or Spanish.
Transcripts and diplomas in other languages should be submitted along with a translation (this does not need to be an “official” translation).

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

69000 USD / year

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Out-of-State

69000 USD / year

≈ 69000 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

69000 USD / year

≈ 69000 USD / year

Living costs

North Adams

United States

876 - 1815 USD / month

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

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Graduation Requirements

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

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Financing

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