Overview
The Ph.D. in Economics at Texas A&M University is a rigorous, research‑intensive doctoral program designed for students who want to contribute original scholarship to economic theory, applied economics, and quantitative analysis. The program provides advanced training in microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, and specialized fields such as labor, industrial organization, public economics, international economics, and financial economics. Doctoral students work closely with faculty mentors to develop high‑impact research that culminates in a dissertation advancing the discipline.
Why Texas A&M?
Housed in the Department of Economics within the College of Arts and Sciences, the program offers a strong research culture, expert faculty, and a curriculum that emphasizes both theoretical depth and empirical rigor. Students benefit from intensive methodological training, opportunities to collaborate on faculty research, and a supportive environment that prepares them for academic careers as well as research roles in government agencies, policy institutes, and the private sector. With the strength of Texas A&M’s reputation and the reach of the Aggie Network, the Ph.D. in Economics provides an exceptional foundation for scholars ready to shape economic research and policy.
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