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Master's Programs in Economics

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Master of Science in Economics

With six specializations, our policy-oriented Economics MS helps you develop vital understanding of markets, monetary forces, human action, and organizational behavior as you prepare for a career as an economist in the public or private sector. For online MS, a flat rate of $38,950 for all credits (exclusive of fees).

Multiple Options

6 tracks including 2 with online options:

  • Applied Economics
    (online or on-campus)
  • Data Science 
    (online or on-campus)
  • Development Economics
  • Financial Economics
  • Gender Analysis in Economics
  • Internations Economics
    (in collaboration with
    AU's School of International Service)

Top Employers

  • JP Morgan, Beacon Technology Partners, Key Investment Services, and Deloitte
  • AARP, American College Health Association, Millenium Challenge, and Institute for Women's Policy Research
  • Inter-American Development Bank, International Monetary Fund, and World Bank
  • Bureau of Labor Statistics, Federal Reserve, Freddie Mac, and US Department of Justice

95% of graduates working or studying after 6 months.The median base salary for economists is $104,000Washington, DC is the Number 1 region for jobs in economics