Purdue University

Program Information

Degree Offered

Doctor of Philosophy in Economics

Format: Campus

Program Description:

Purdue University's Department of Economics, located in the Krannert School of Management, offers a doctoral program that prepares economists for careers in research, teaching, or decision making in business and government. The graduate program in economics has a strong quantitative and analytical orientation. It is designed to provide a working knowledge of basic research skills and to broaden the students' understanding of economic institutions. The Economics program offers a wide variety of potential specialty areas, including Macro/Monetary Economics, Public Economics, Industrial Organization, Experimental, Mathematical Economics, Labor Economics, and International Economics. In addition, there is a new specialty area in Applied International Economics that involves working with the Global Trade Analysis Project (GTAP).

Accreditation:

AACSB

# of Credits Required:

49

International Student Requirements:

The Test of English as a Foreign Language, or the TOEFL, must be taken by applicants whose native language is not English. The official score report for the TOEFL should be sent from Educational Testing Services (ETS) to Purdue University: TOEFL Institution Code for Purdue University: 1631 TOEFL Department Code for Purdue University: 02 or 84 Minimum TOEFL iBT Scores for admission are as follows: Writing: 18 Speaking: 18 Listening: 14 Reading: 19 Total: 77 Purdue University also accepts International English Language Testing System (IELTS) scores. An overall score of 6.5 is required for admission. The Test of Written English (TWE) and the Test of Spoken English (TSE) are not a requirement for either admission or standard financial aid packages, including assistantships and fellowships. However, the TSE is required to be considered for awards that are based on teaching potential if an applicant's native language is not English.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

1835 USD

Tuition In-State Full Time:

21466 USD

Tuition Out of State Full Time:

40572 USD

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Extensive

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Midsize Suburb

Size & Settings: 20,000 and above