MS in Applied Economics

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STEM designated program, preparing students for both industry and academia.

Program Fast Facts

  • Full-time, On Campus
  • 30 Credits, STEM-Designated
  • 12-18 Month Degree Completion
  • Classes Start in Spring and Fall
  • Accelerated 4+1 Degree

Lehigh University’s College of Business offers a STEM-designated MS degree in Applied Economics. It is a relatively rare economics program because it is one of the few business school programs that is completely focused on the Masters level. While there is the option to apply to continue toward a Ph.D., the focal point of this program is on the Master's degree itself.

 

Location

Lehigh's campus lies in Eastern, PA, just 60 minutes from Philadelphia and only 90 minutes from New York City. Just a short walk off campus, the southside of Bethlehem offers a variety of restaurants and night life for students to enjoy. The city is also budding with plenty of opportunities to engage with the local community. With renowned music festivals, historical sites, and plenty of outdoor recreation, Bethlehem is a safe and exciting city for students to spend their graduate studies. Discover what else the city of Bethlehem and the greater Lehigh Valley have to offer!

 

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Launch Experience 

#50
TFE Times MSAE Ranking in 2024
$79k
Class of '23 Median Salary
$6k
Average Sign-on Bonus
STEM
Curriculum
22%
Female
89%
International

MS in Applied Economics Testimonials

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Accelerated 4+1 Program

This 4+1 program provides Lehigh undergraduate students with a clear path to fulfilling master’s degree requirements in a one-year post-baccalaureate program.

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