Master of Science in the Field of Applied Economics at George Washington University

The master of science (MS) in applied economics provides students with the tools needed to succeed as economists in today’s data-driven world. The program teaches students how to draw meaningful implications from economic data, to apply economic theory and quantitative methods to answer real-world policy questions, and to integrate economic analysis into their professional lives.

The program helps students develop the ability to communicate ideas through coursework, workshops, and intensive data and economic analysis. The program is offered both full- and part time to accommodate students’ work schedules. Graduate certificate programs in areas such as data science, budget and public finance, accountancy, financial management, and digital marketing may be pursued simultaneously.

Graduates of the applied economics program are prepared for positions as economic analysts in government, private consulting firms, financial institutions, international organizations, and applied policy research institutions. Coursework integrating academic scholarship with hands-on research and data projects prepares graduates to enter the job market with proven skills to succeed as economists in today’s data-driven world.

Program students come from the United States and around the world and are a mix of recent graduates and students with years of work experience.