University of Southern California

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.A. - Economics; M.A. - Economic Developmental Programming; M.A./Juris Doctor (dual degree);M.A./Master of Planning (dual degree), Ph.D.;

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The department offers courses leading to the M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in the following three broad areas of specialization: economic theory and quantitative methods; applied economic theory (including industrial organization and public economics); and international, developmental, urban, regional and comparative economics. The programs are designed to prepare students for careers in teaching, research, industry and government. In all of its programs the department combines rigorous training in theoretical and econometric tools and their applications to important social problems and policy.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Extensive

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 20,000 and above