The Master of Science in Economics provides a deep understanding of the theoretical and empirical foundations of economics. As a student in the MS in Economics program, you will develop critical thinking skills and quantitative tools to solve problems associated with important economic, political, and social issues.

Program Outcomes

The Economics master's program offers excellent preparation for students who wish to go on to careers in consulting firms, government and international agencies, teaching, the financial sector, and research. It prepares graduates to work in a variety of areas and specialties, including economic development and growth, international economic relations, income inequality, environment, education, housing, and competition policy.

The master's program also provides exceptional background for students who wish to go on to doctoral study in economics or related subjects, such as marketing, finance, and accounting. Some students continue on to our PhD program in economics and public policy.

Application Requirements

Application fee
Resume/CV
Personal statement
Official GRE required (GRE scores are not required for current Tufts undergraduates and alumni)
Official TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test, if applicable
Transcripts
Three letters of recommendation

Tuition and Financial Aid

See Tuition and Financial Aid information for GSAS Programs.

Faculty

Silke Forbes

Associate Professor

Industrial Organization, Antitrust, Strategy, Organizational Economics

Enrico Spolaore

Seth Merrin Professor

Political Economy, International Economics, Economic Growth and Development

Marcelo Bianconi

Professor and Department Chair of Economics

Applied and Theoretical Economic Models and Empirics

Daniel Richards

Professor

Industrial organization, merger analysis

Academic Leave

Tracks

The department offers two degree program tracks:

MS in Economics: Course-Based track

An 8-course program that can be completed in one year, without a thesis.

MS in Economics: Research-Based track*

A 12-course program to be completed in two years, with a master's thesis.

*All students are initially accepted into the course-based track and may apply to transfer to the research-based track at the end of the second semester. Both MS Programs carry STEM certification.