Program Description
The graduate curriculum in economics prepares students for professions in business and government as well as for further graduate study. The program is built on a core curriculum of economic theory, which consists of courses in advanced microeconomics, advanced macroeconomics, and econometrics, and allows students to design individualized programs in one of the following four areas of emphasis:
- Agricultural Business
- Agricultural and Resource Economics
- Business Economics
- General Economics
The program also offers an Accelerated Master’s Degree in Economics that enables exceptional students to begin their graduate studies while they complete their undergraduate degree. Students enrolled in this accelerated program can complete both their Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in five years.
Student Support and Engagement Opportunities
The Department of Economics prides itself on providing excellent academic programs and offers high-quality services to students. A limited number of research and teaching assistantships and scholarships may be available to qualified graduate students. The Economics Graduate Student Association (EGSA) supports graduate-student engagement opportunities, as well.
