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MS in Applied Economics
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Lehigh University’s College of Business offers a STEM-designated MS degree in Applied Economics (MSAE). 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.
Explore our full-time MSAE program.
Program Overview
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
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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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FAQs About Lehigh’s MS in Applied Economics Program
Yes. Lehigh University’s College of Business is AACSB-accredited, a distinction held by fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide.
Students typically complete the MS in Applied Economics program in 12-18 months.
The Lehigh MSAE program is comprised of 30 credits.
All courses in the MS in Applied Economics program are taught in-person on the main campus.
The MS in Applied Economics program has two start dates per year: Spring and Fall.
No. GMAT and GRE test scores are optional for MSAE applicants.
The MS in Applied Economics program does not offer concentrations. However, students choose between two tracks—Academic or Industry & Policy—with each track featuring different courses aligned with students’ individual career goals.
No. Work experience is not required for the Applied Economics master's program.
Most MSAE courses are taught in person during the day, Monday through Friday. Some elective courses may be offered in the evening or in a condensed Friday-Saturday format.
Yes. The MS in Applied Economics program contains an interdisciplinary curriculum that includes STEM fields, which qualifies the program as a STEM-designated degree.
- All international students in STEM-designated fields, as recognized by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, may be eligible for a 24-month OPT extension, if their employment meets specific criteria and they apply within the final 90 days of their post-completion OPT period.
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