A Unique Experience

Programs

The NC State’s Jenkins Economics Graduate Program at North Carolina State University combines the academic resources and research expertise of economics faculty in two colleges — the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and the Poole College of Management — to provide our graduate students uniquely rich research and learning experiences that prepare them for leadership in today’s dynamic, global marketplace.

STEM Designation

All of our programs (Master of Economics, Master of Science in Economics, and PhD in Economics) are classified as STEM (CIP Code 45.0603: Econometrics and Quantitative Economics), and international students in these programs can apply for a 24-month STEM extension of F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT).

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Academics

The Graduate Economics Program offers the PhD degree, as well as two masters degree options: the Master of Science in economics and the Master of Economics.

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Admissions

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About Us

NC State’s graduate program provides students with a challenging exploration of microeconomic and macroeconomic theory, complemented by field courses that focus on application.

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Events & Seminars

Upcoming Economics seminars and other events.

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