Overview

The Master of Science in Agricultural and Resource Economics, Plan A, offered by the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, is a program of study consisting of 30 credit hours, including the preparation and defense of an original M.S. research thesis (up to 6 credits of research work).

Quick Facts:

Completion of this degree implies a mastery of fundamental microeconomic theory and econometrics, with an ability to conduct applied economic research under supervision.
Graduates are competitive for employment in the public and private sectors as analysts, consultants, researchers, and other occupations involving analytical skills. Our students have gone on to rewarding careers in federal agencies, NGOs, and the private sector. The program provides a solid foundation in microeconomics and quantitative methods, coupled with direct experience in applied economic research. This course of study represents an excellent basis for those inclined to pursue doctoral degrees, and many of our students have entered our own Ph.D. program or other top-level institutions across the country.
Graduate students from Colorado State University interested in employment positions (GTA, GRA, GSA appointments and hourly positions) should contact their advisor and their departmental graduate coordinator for the process to apply.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Microeconomic Theory

Applied Welfare and Policy Analysis

Applied Econometrics

Optimization Methods for Applied Economics

Econometric Theory

Agricultural Production and Cost Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Fort Collins, United States

Disciplines

Economics Agribusiness Agriculture View 192 other Masters in Agriculture in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Non-refundable application fee
Completion of a bachelor’s degree
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Resume or curriculum vitae
Written statement of purpose
Letters of Recommendation
Grade Point Average
GRE/GMAT scores

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Tuition Fee

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International

30656 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 30656 USD per year during 12 months.
National

30656 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 30656 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

13967 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 13967 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Fort Collins

1210 - 1800 USD /month

Living costs

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