Overview

Economics from Texas Tech University requires successful completion of 12 courses (36 credit hours), writing an M.A. thesis, and a successful final defense of the M.A. thesis.

The Department of Economics is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The Department of Economics also offers a Master of Arts in Economics at Texas Tech University which:

maintains a research active faculty who engage in quality scholarship that is disseminated through peer-reviewed journals and other publications as well as conference presentations

provides undergraduate programs that prepare students for successful careers in the private and public sectors as well as graduate studies in economics, law school, and business programs

is committed to rigorous theoretical and quantitative analysis at the masters and doctoral level.

provides service at the local, regional, state, national, and international level through a variety of service and outreach activities such as advising, consulting and participation at conference

Accreditation

Texas Tech University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate, masters and doctorate degrees and certificates.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Macroeconomic Theory and Policy

Microeconomic Analysis

General Electives

Approved General Electives

Economy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00

More details

For full consideration, applicants must have their complete applications submitted to the Graduate School by January 15.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lubbock, United States

Disciplines

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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

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application

Application fee

Unofficial transcripts of ALL post-secondary institutions attended, including a copy of official English translations for each transcript

Unofficial copies of all post-secondary diplomas earned*

Unofficial proof of English proficiency

Proof of financial support*

Passport bio page*

GRE or GMAT

Letter of Reference (2)(Optional)

Written Sample (Optional)

Interview (Optional)

Resume/CV

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Tuition Fee

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International

17918 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 17918 USD per year during 12 months.
National

17918 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 17918 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

9518 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9518 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Lubbock

909 - 1335 USD /month

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

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Scholarships Information

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