Economics and Statistics - MS
About This Degree
The master’s degree in economics and statistics is a flexible, versatile degree that can help students meet two separate career goals. For students with strong quantitative interests in economics, this program consists of rigorous, doctoral-level coursework that serves as excellent preparation for prestigious PhD programs in economics. Students who are more interested in applied mathematics and statistics can pursue this degree and be qualified for careers as statistical analysts for a variety of organizations.
What You Will Learn
The program is focused both on gaining extensive quantitative economics knowledge and applying statistics skills to social science. The first year of coursework consists of high-level economics coursework and two prerequisite statistics courses. The second year is extremely customizable; students can choose from a wide variety of graduate-level courses in statistics and in economics, creating their own schedule based on their research or career interests.
At a Glance
College: College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences , College of Science
Department: Applied Economics Department , Mathematics and Statistics Department
Faculty: View profiles of faculty members on the department directory.
Program Requirements
Delivery
MS: Logan (Main Campus)
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Career And Outcomes
Career Opportunities
The majority of students interested in pursuing further education or work in economics choose to go on to PhD programs. Students can also graduate with the master’s degree and pursue the following careers:
- Statistical analyst for all levels of government agencies
- Quantitative analyst for consulting firms
Job Outlook
Advising
Man-Keun Kim
Professor, Director of Graduate Studies
Email: mk.kim@usu.edu
Office: AGRS 220A
Phone: (435) 797-2359
Admission
Admission Requirements
Prerequisite course work for all Masters Degree programs in APEC:
B.S./B.A. in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Applied Economics, Economics, Environmental/Natural Resource Economics, or a closely related degree.
Or at a minimum evidence of the following coursework:
- Microeconomic principles
- Calculus
- Basic Statistics
- Intermediate/Managerial Microeconomics or comparable course
Application Requirements:
- Complete the online application
- Pay the $55 application fee
- Score at or above the 40th percentile on the GRE
- Have a 3.0 or higher GPA on your last 60 semester or 90 quarter credits
- Provide transcripts of all college/university credits
- Provide three contacts for letters of recommendation
International students have additional admissions requirements.
Deadlines
The department has the following application deadline for students wishing to receive funding:
- Fall semester – January 31
The deadline for admission without funding is:
- Fall semester – June 30
*Candidates for the MS in Economics and Statistics program are accepted in odd years only.
Program Requirements
Although it is not required, some students in this program choose to participate in an internship. Recently, students have found internships at statewide environmental advocacy groups, municipal economic development agencies, and nationally recognized macroeconomic consulting firms.
Plan Options
Students can receive the MS by pursuing one of two options:
- In the Plan A option, students complete graduate-level coursework and must write a thesis.
- The Plan B option requires the production of a paper or creative work of art and is expected to reflect equivalent scholarship standards as a thesis.
Financial Aid
The department offers a limited amount of competitive research assistantships, which may qualify out-of-state students for tuition awards. As the availability of these assistantships varies year to year, students should check with the department for more information.
A variety of funding opportunities are available on the graduate school website.
Take The Next Step
How to Apply
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Cost and Funding
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