Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Economics at Washington State University
The Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Economics at Washington State University 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 Pullman campus in United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 1 year to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on October 1, 2026.
About Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Economics
All graduates will be able to:
- Graduates will understand and be capable of applying economic theory and quantitative methods at the highest professional levels of rigor.
- Graduates will be trained in critical, integrative, and evaluative thinking at the highest professional levels of rigor.
- Graduates will have advanced communication skills oriented towards academic professionals.
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Economics at Washington State University
Entry Requirements
Statement of Purpose, 3 letters of recommendation, CV, GRE
English Program Requirements
Career Opportunities after Completing Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Economics
Academia, Government and the Private Sector
Job Market Guide
The job market placement of our recent PhD graduates has been extremely positive, including positions at the University of Arkansas, Penn State University, Yale University (Post-Doc), University of Connecticut, California State University, Cornell University (Post-Doc), University of New Mexico, Illinois State University, University of Kentucky, University of Oklahoma, University of Georgia, Colorado State University, and University of Nebraska; at government agencies such as the US Department of Agriculture and the United Nations; and firms such as JP Morgan-Chase and American Express.
Fee Information
How to Apply
Gather Your Documents
Check the admission requirements for information about academic standards and required documents.
Your application for admission must include:
- Official transcripts
- Proof of English language proficiency
- Copy of your passport identification page or national identity card
Get the admission application and other necessary forms.
Prepare Your Information
You will want to prepare some information before beginning your online application.
- Be ready to answer questions about your anticipated visa status
- Be ready to tell us how you meet the language proficiency requirement (through an English proficiency exam score or an exam waiver)
You may upload electronic copies of your documents when you submit your application online. If you upload transcripts they will be considered unofficial. It is best to send transcripts separately after you submit your application.
Complete the Application and Submit Documents
To complete the application and submit it for our review you will need to pay the $70 application fee by credit card or wire transfer. If you have questions about paying this fee please contact us.
If you do not wish to upload documents into the application, or do not have them ready to upload and submit, you may mail or email them to the International Undergraduate Admissions Office when you submit your application.
Office of International Programs
International Undergraduate Admissions
Kruegel Hall
PO Box 643251
Pullman, WA 99164-3251
USA
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United States of America, Pullman