Overview

The MS degree in Applied Economics from University of Minnesota prepares students for employment opportunities in the public and private sectors and for further graduate study. This rigorous but flexible program includes core coursework in economic theory and quantitative methods and offers opportunities for specialized coursework and research in all the fields of study offered by the program.

Research Options

Plan A

Students write a thesis and register for 10 credits of ApEc 8777 (thesis credits) at any time during the program.

Plan B

Students do more coursework, complete a research project or research projects, and register for 4-6 credits of ApEc 8793 at any time during the program

Oral Examination

An M.S. student completes an oral examination which may be based on coursework and the research component of the program. The exam is administered by a three member committee consisting of the student's advisor (as Chair), one other member of the program's graduate faculty, and one member of the graduate faculty from outside the Applied Economics Graduate program. There is no comprehensive written examination in the M.S. program.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Methods of Economic Data Analysis
Econometric Analysis
Economic Data Analysis for Managerial and Policy Decisions
Macroeconomic Theory
Applied Microeconomics: Firm and Household
Applied Microeconomic Analysis of Consumer Choice and Consumer Demand

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-10 00:00:00

More details

Applications received after December 10 will be considered only on a space and funds available basis.

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Economics Econometrics Environmental Economics & Policy View 53 other Masters in Econometrics in United States

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A four-year bachelor’s degree (or the equivalent) is required, and a grade point average of 3.0 (B average) for both undergraduate and graduate coursework is preferred.
Minimum preparation for the M.S. program:
micro and macroeconomic theory at the intermediate undergraduate level
statistics
two semesters of calculus (differential and integral calculus)
Additional coursework in economics, statistics and math is highly desirable and recommended, especially for students who intend to apply for the doctoral program after completion of the M.S. degree.

Tuition Fee

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International

29580 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14790 USD per semester during 18 months.
National

29580 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14790 USD per semester during 18 months.
In-State

19116 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9558 USD per semester during 18 months.

Living costs for Minneapolis

1130 - 2045 USD /month

Living costs

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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