Graduate Bulletin
Economics, M.A.
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS
Admission Requirements and Deadlines
Application Deadline:
Fall: May 31
Spring: November 1
Although students are admitted in both the Fall and Spring semesters, applicants without previous graduate coursework in Economics are advised to apply for the Fall. Students seeking Spring admission should contact the Director of the Graduate Program in Economics to determine whether they have the appropriate background.
APPLY ONLINE to this graduate program.
Letters of Reference:
Number Required: 3
From Whom: Letters of recommendation should be obtained from college/university faculty members familiar with the applicant's academic competence and/or immediate work supervisor.
Coursework Required for Admission Consideration:
Details on appropriate background are available from the department upon request.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline:
A baccalaureate degree is required. Details on appropriate disciplines are available from the department.
Statement of Goals:
The Statement of Goals should be approximately 500-1,000 words and should include the following elements: your specific interest in Temple's program; your research goals; your future career goals; and your academic and research achievements.
Standardized Test Scores:
The GRE is required. Successful applicants typically score in the 60th to 99th percentile on the quantitative section and in the 45th to 99th percentile on the verbal section.
Minimum TOEFL score needed to be accepted: 79 iBT or 550 PBT.
Transfer Credit:
A grade of "B" or better must have been earned in a peer M.A. program course in order for the credit to transfer. The maximum number of credits a student may transfer is 6.
Program Requirements
General Program Requirements:
Number of Didactic Credits Required Beyond the Baccalaureate: 30
Required Courses:
ECON 8001: Microeconomic Analysis
ECON 8002: Macroeconomic Analysis
ECON 8003: Mathematics for Economists I
ECON 8005: Microeconomic Theory I
ECON 8007: Macroeconomic Theory I
ECON 8009: Econometrics I
Depending on academic background, an elective or independent study may be substituted for one of the core course listed above. Specialization and elective courses should be chosen in consultation with the Graduate Director.
Internship: No internship is required.
Language Examination: No language examination is required.
Culminating Events:
This program has no culminating events.
Contacts
Program Contact Information:
www.cla.temple.edu/economics/
Department Information:
Dept. of Economics
873 Ritter Hall Annex (004-04)
1301 Cecil B. Moore Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19122-6091
linda.wyatt@temple.edu
215-204-8880
Department Contacts:
Admissions:
Belinda Wilson, Department Administrator
bwilson@temple.edu
215-204-0472
Linda Wyatt, Graduate Coordinator
linda.wyatt@temple.edu
215-204-6638
Graduate Director:
Dr. Michael Leeds
mleeds@temple.edu
215-204-8030
Chairperson:
Dr. Michael Bognanno
bognanno@temple.edu
215-204-1680
About the Program
The M.A. in Economics prepares the student to understand contemporary economic theory and its application to problems arising in industry, business, and government. The program gives the student an opportunity to specialize in general economics or applied economics and financial markets.
Time Limit for Degree Completion: 3 years
Campus Location:
Main
Full-Time/Part-Time Status:
Students are able to complete the degree program through classes offered after 5:30 p.m. Students are also able to complete the degree program on a part-time basis (8 credit hours or less per semester).
Department Information:
Dept. of Economics
873 Ritter Hall Annex (004-04)
1301 Cecil B. Moore Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19122-6091
linda.wyatt@temple.edu
215-204-8880
Interdisciplinary Study:
An interdisciplinary track is available with the Department of Finance.
Affiliation(s):
Not applicable.
Study Abroad:
Not applicable.
Ranking:
Not applicable.
Accreditation:
Not applicable at this time.
Areas of Specialization:
The program allows specialization in one of two areas: (a) general economics, or (b) applied economics and financial markets. The Economics faculty focus their research in the following major areas: applied econometrics, development economics, financial economics, industrial organization, international economics, and labor economics.
Job Placement:
The program is primarily dedicated to producing well-trained researchers and managers in the field of Economics. Many students go on to enter Ph.D. programs.
Licensure:
Not applicable.
Non-Matriculated Student Policy:
Students may enroll in up to 9 credits with the permission of the Graduate Director. Minimum undergraduate GPA requirements apply.
Financial aid may be available to students through the University. For information on financial aid, please contact Student Financial Services at 215-204-2244.
Updated 2.12.13
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