Overview
About the program
The Ph.D. program in Economics at Wayne State University is designed to give students a solid foundation in economic theory, quantitative methods, and fields of specialization in preparation for careers in universities, research organizations, industry, and financial institutions.
Currently offered fields of specialization are health economics, labor and human resources, and industrial organization. The Ph.D. degree offered by the economics department is a scholarly degree. It indicates not only a superior knowledge of economics but also intellectual initiative and an ability to design and carry out independent research.
Programme Structure
Possible specializations include:
- Industrial Organization
- International Economics
- Labor and Human Resources Economics
- Health Economics
- Advanced Macroeconomics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 84 months
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Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Original transcripts from all universities attended, including one in the applicant’s native language and one in English
- TOEFL scores, if applicable
- A completed Economics Department application form
- GRE scores
- A Statement of Purpose as to why the applicant wishes to study economics at Wayne State University
- Three letters of recommendation from instructors at the university most recently attended.
Tuition Fee
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21227 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1651 USD per credit during 84 months. -
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21227 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1651 USD per credit during 84 months. -
In-State
9797 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 762 USD per credit during 84 months.
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Economics.
Available Scholarships
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