🇺🇸 1.5–2 years (some 1-year programs) · Fall (Aug/Sep)

MS in Economics in the USA

A master's in Economics covers micro and macro theory, econometrics and applied fields such as development, finance and policy. Here is how studying it in the USA works for Indian students — universities and costs in rupees, eligibility, careers and work rights.

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₹40–90 lakh for a 2-year MS
Intakes: Fall (Aug/Sep)
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MS in Economics in the USA: what does it cost and is it worth it?

An MS in Economics in the USA usually takes 1.5–2 years (some 1-year programs). Tuition is ≈ $25,000 – $65,000 per year. After graduating: often STEM-designated (check the CIP code): up to 3 years of OPT.

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MS in Economics in the USA at a glance

Duration: 1.5–2 years (some 1-year programs)
Tuition (international): ≈ $25,000 – $65,000 per year
Living costs: ≈ $12,000 – $22,000 per year depending on city
Typical budget: ₹40–90 lakh for a 2-year MS
Intakes: Fall (Aug/Sep), Spring (Jan), limited Summer (May)
English tests: IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or Duolingo (as accepted by the university)
GRE / GMAT: GRE is optional at many universities but still helps for top programs and funding
OPT / STEM: Often STEM-designated (check the CIP code): up to 3 years of OPT

Overview

Why study Economics in the USA?

A master's in Economics covers micro and macro theory, econometrics and applied fields such as development, finance and policy.

USA offers largest choice of universities and specialisations, STEM OPT gives up to 3 years of work experience after an eligible degree and research assistantships and teaching assistantships at many universities.

Universities

Universities to consider in the USA

Universities we cover in the USA, lowest cost first — check each for a Economics program.

Universities to consider in the USA
University	City	Tuition a year	Total in ₹
Northwest Missouri State	Maryville	$10,000 – $15,000	₹54 lakh – ₹65 lakh
UTRGV	Edinburg	$11,000 – $15,000	₹57 lakh – ₹66 lakh
West Texas A&M	Canyon	$11,000 – $15,000	₹57 lakh – ₹66 lakh
Tarleton State University	Stephenville	$11,000 – $15,000	₹57 lakh – ₹66 lakh
SEMO	Cape Girardeau	$11,000 – $16,000	₹56 lakh – ₹67 lakh
Texas A&M Kingsville	Kingsville	$12,000 – $16,000	₹59 lakh – ₹68 lakh
East Texas A&M	Commerce	$12,000 – $16,000	₹59 lakh – ₹68 lakh
UTEP	El Paso	$12,000 – $17,000	₹59 lakh – ₹70 lakh
TAMU Corpus Christi	Corpus Christi	$12,000 – $17,000	₹59 lakh – ₹70 lakh
Sam Houston State University	Huntsville	$12,000 – $17,000	₹59 lakh – ₹70 lakh

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