MASTER OF SCIENCE IN
APPLIED ECONOMICS
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
The MS in Applied Economics Program develops skill in economic reasoning, and in constructing and estimating economic models through the use of econometrics and other quantitative
GRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAM
Ten courses*, offered evenings at our Washington, DC Center and in part, also online, are necessary to complete the degree, which is designed as part time, but can be taken at a full-time pace: » Take four core courses » Choose five electives from 30 courses spanning diverse subfields of economics » Choose at least one advanced econometrics
techniques. This is accomplished by a rigorous and demanding curriculum and a talented and dedicated staff of instructors. All undergraduate majors are welcome.
course from among our quantitative methods courses *Students with only one semester of undergraduate calculus must take Mathematical Methods for Economists (full-length course at half tuition) in addition to the 10 courses.
CURRICULA
Applied Economics students tailor their own course of study and can pursue any of the following areas, or mix and match: » Public Policy » Environmental Economics (also available online) » Macroeconomics/Financial Economics (also available online) » Health Economics (also available online) » International Economics and Development » Quantitative Methods (also available online) » Spatial Economics (only available online)
DUAL OFFERINGS AND CERTIFICATES
» MS in Applied Economics/MBA » MS in Applied Economics/Certificates in Finance » MS in Applied Economics/Certificate in Environmental Planning and Management
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Please visit appliedeconomics.jhu.edu for a complete list of application requirements.
WORDS FROM OUR FACULTY
“Through the program, students become strong economists, with the applicable skills and perspective most in demand in today’s economy.” — Laurence M. Ball, Professor, MS in Applied Economics Program Chair
WORDS FROM OUR STUDENTS
“In addition to the program’s immediate practical applicability, the economic theory gained provides me with an enriched perspective from which to analyze legal issues at work and in my scholarship.” — Michelle Wyant “The knowledge I gained was instrumental in my being hired as a Senior Consultant for the Economic and Business Analysis team at Booz Allen Hamilton.” — Mark Hodgins “This program has enhanced my analytical skills, and the accomplished faculty have helped me gain further insight into the different facets of economics. This will be a significant advantage for my career.” — Anjli Patel
FINANCIAL AID
Office of Student Financial Services can provide assistance with: » Understanding the eligibility for federal » For more information, please visit: student aid advanced.jhu.edu/finaid or email aapfinaid@jhu.edu » Determining your federal loan options » Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Frank D. Weiss, Ph.D. Program Director, Applied Economics 202.452.0769 fdweiss@jhu.edu Ahmed Mahmud, Ph.D. Associate Director 202.663.5983 amahmud2@jhu.edu
Dr. Genevieve Briand Assistant Director 307.548.2070 gbriand@jhu.edu CONTACT ADMISSIONS aapinfo@jhu.edu 202.452.1940 800.847.3330
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