MA IN Applied Economics

Go beyond data.

The UNCG Bryan School’s MA in Applied Economics program provides you with a unique combination of economic theory, policy analysis, and data analytics skills which give you the ability to identify, understand, and solve real-world problems. You’ll gain experience immersed in the same type of work that you’ll do after graduation, using the same analytical software most frequently used by Fortune 500 companies and financial institutions. Working under the guidance of faculty who conduct nationally- and internationally-recognized research, you will develop a skill set highly sought after by companies, comprised of a strong foundation of economic theory, mathematics, and econometrics, as well as an understanding of the fundamentals of policy analysis.

Student Outcomes

Graduates work in positions such as

Health Economic Analyst | Economic and Financial Modeling Specialist | Associate Research Analyst | Risk Analyst | Health Economist | Data Analyst | Statistics Programmer | Qualitative Specialist | Policy Analyst | Economic Advisor | Model Governance Analyst | Research Public Health Analyst

For organizations such as

Lockheed Martin | Freddie Mac| Center for Naval Analyses | BB&T | Abt Associates | Luxottica Group| SynteractHCR | Goodwill Industries | Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta | NC Department of Commerce | World Leadership Survey Project | First Citizens Bank | RTI International

Curriculum

About Our Department

Program Highlights

• This is the only fully online MA in Applied Economics in North Carolina.
• Learn to analyze large data sets with the same software used by Fortune 500 companies and financial institutions.
• Deepen your general economic theory and econometric skills and develop an understanding of policy analysis fundamentals.
• Prepare to make an impact in a variety of fields, including public policy, government, finance, and many more.

Military-Affiliated Students

UNCG has been named both Best for Vets and a Military Friendly School. We’re a Yellow Ribbon Program participant, and are proud to offer a variety of benefits for veterans, active-duty military, and military-affiliated students, such as:

• Online application fee waiver for active-duty service members
• In-state tuition for out-of-state students (in accordance with the Veterans Choice Act)
• Credit for relevant military service/training
• Tutoring assistance

For more information on UNCG Military-Affiliated services and benefits, visit military.uncg.edu.

Program Costs

The UNCG MA in Applied Economics program offers an exceptional return on your investment. Use the button below to learn more about our estimated program costs, which include tuition and fees based on the 2022-2023 Graduate Tuition and Fee Schedule and do not include the cost of textbooks or student health insurance. Tuition and fees vary depending on the program track pursued and the number of credit hours taken each semester. To learn more about finance and funding options available for Bryan School graduate programs, you may attend one of our helpful webinars that cover options for both domestic and international students.

Admissions

The UNCG MA in Applied Economics program welcomes a variety of applicants, whether they come to us with years of professional experience or have just recently earned an undergraduate degree — business or otherwise.