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

techniques. This is accomplished by a rigorous and demanding curriculum and a talented and dedicated staff of instructors. All undergraduate majors are welcome.

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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 at least one advanced econometrics course from among our quantitative methods courses

» Choose five electives from 30 courses spanning diverse subfields of economics

*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

» Macroeconomics/Financial Economics (also available online)

» International Economics and Development

» Spatial Economics (only available online)

» Environmental Economics (also available online)

» Health Economics (also available online)

» Quantitative Methods (also 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

FOR MOREINFORMATION

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 BriandAssistant Director 307.548.2070 gbriand@jhu.edu

CONTACT ADMISSIONS aapinfo@jhu.edu 202.452.1940 800.847.3330

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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

updated as of 11/2016

FINANCIAL AID Office of Student Financial Services can provide assistance with:» Understanding the eligibility for federal

student aid

» Determining your federal loan options

» Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

» For more information, please visit: advanced.jhu.edu/finaid or email aapfinaid@jhu.edu

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WORDS FROM OUR STUDENTS

“In addition to the program’s immediate practical applicability, the economic theory gained providesme 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 theEconomic and Business Analysis team at Booz Allen Hamilton.” — Mark Hodgins

“This program has enhanced my analytical skills, and the accomplished faculty have helped megain further insight into the different facets of economics. This will be a significant advantagefor my career.” — Anjli Patel

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Please visit appliedeconomics.jhu.edu for a complete list of application requirements.