PhD Economics at University of Nevada, Reno

Programme overview

The PhD in Economics integrates economic theory with applied econometrics. Students may specialize in behavioral economics, urban and regional economics, macroeconomics, natural resource and environmental economics, and applied microeconomics including health and labor economics. The program is a STEM-designated degree (CIP 45.0603) eligible for the 24-month F-1 OPT STEM extension.

Faculty: College of Business | Department: Economics | Intake: Fall (Feb. 1) and Spring (Oct. 15) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Reno, NV, United States

What you will study

New students take part in a Math Camp reviewing the mathematics needed for the PhD core courses.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Economics PhD: baccalaureate or advanced degree; GPA of at least 3.0; undergraduate econometrics, intermediate microeconomics, intermediate macroeconomics and two semesters of calculus (exceptions possible with Graduate Director approval and remedial work). Statement of purpose, two (preferably three) letters of recommendation, GRE or GMAT, official transcripts; international applicants also submit Duolingo, TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson or Cambridge scores if educated in a non-English-speaking country. Deadlines: Feb. 1 (Fall), Oct. 15 (Spring).

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: February 1 (Fall); October 15 (Spring)

Apply through the official page: https://www.unr.edu/grad/apply

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