Economics (PhD) at Cornell University

Programme overview

Doctoral degree candidates must choose a major and at least two minor subjects, one of which can be basic analytical economics. Within the first year of study, Ph.D. students should complete requirements in mathematics and pass qualifying examinations in micro-economics, macroeconomics, and econometrics.

Faculty: Cornell Graduate School | Department: Economics | Duration: 10 semesters minimum | Intake: Fall | Location: Ithaca, NY, United States

What you will study

Concentrations: Applied economics, Basic analytical economics, Econometrics and economic statistics, Economic development and planning, Economic history, Economic systems, Economic theory, Economics of education, Health economics, Industrial organization and control, International economics, Labor economics, Monetary and macro economics, Public finance.

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Application information

Entry requirements

all Graduate School requirements , including the English language proficiency requirement for all applicants; three recommendations; resume or CV; GRE general test is required; GRE subject is not required; Finalists may be invited for a Zoom interview. Application deadline: Fall, December 15; no spring admission

USD 20,800 a year (2026-27). Doctoral tuition per year ($10,400 per semester); the source states $20,800 applies to Ph.D., D.M.A. and J.S.D. programs in endowed and contract colleges; tuition only. Source

Graduate School applications are submitted online through the Graduate School application; the application fee is $105. Each graduate field sets its own deadlines, and many fall between early December and mid-January.

Apply through the official page: https://gradschool.cornell.edu/admissions/application-steps/apply-now/

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