Our curriculum features 24 credit hours of first year core courses, at least 30 credit hours of fields, and electives, and at least 24 credit hours of dissertation research (see Requirements tab). Thus, the minimum number of credit hours to be fulfilled is 72. Students receive rigorous training in microeconomic theory and quantitative methods during their first year of study.
PhD in Economics at Georgia Institute of Technology
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PhD in Economics at Georgia Institute of Technology
The Economics at Georgia Institute of Technology is a PhD program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the university's main campus in Atlanta, United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 4 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 21, 2027.
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Requirements and Admission Criteria for PhD in Economics at Georgia Institute of Technology
Entry Requirements
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 7
- TOEFLMin 90
Tuition and Fee Information for PhD in Economics at Georgia Institute of Technology
Application Fee 85
How to Apply for PhD in Economics at Georgia Institute of Technology
Step 1: Complete Online Application
All programs use the same online graduate application, and you may apply to multiple programs across the three campuses (Atlanta, Europe, Shenzhen). You do not have to finish the application in one sitting. You can save your work and log back in later to complete it.
Step 2: Submit Application Materials
Application materials can be added after you have submitted your application. Refer to your intended graduate program of study webpage to review program-specific application materials.
You can upload unofficial copies of your transcripts for the application, but you must provide official copies of your transcript(s) for your application to be verified (see step nine in After You Apply for more on verification).
The Office of Graduate Education highly recommends that you submit your online application as soon as you complete all sections even if application materials, such as letters of recommendation and test scores, have not yet been received or submitted. These materials will be matched to your application record as we receive them.
Step 3: Verify Lawful Presence
In accordance with the University System of Georgia policy, if you are admitted to Georgia Tech and residing in the United States, you must verify your lawful presence prior to registering for classes.
If you do not live in the United States and are taking online courses with Georgia Tech, you are not required to complete lawful presence.
Step 4: Pay the Application Fee
To submit your application for admission to Georgia Tech, a separate, non-refundable, and non-transferable application fee is required for each application. The fee for international applicants is $85.
Application Fee Waivers: Georgia Tech provides application fee waivers to advance diversity, recognize outstanding undergraduate achievement, and engage prospective students in recruitment events where Georgia Tech is affiliated. Please contact the graduate program directly for more information or to request a fee waiver.
PhD in Economics at Georgia Institute of Technology
Georgia Institute of Technology
United States of America, Atlanta