Study Master of Arts in Applied Economics - Economic Development at Western Michigan University in the USA,

About this course

About this course
- Overview
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

Earn your M.A. in Applied Economics in 16 months (3 semesters plus a summer course) OR work toward the degree at your own pace. All courses required for the program begin at 5:30 p.m. or later to accomodate work schedules. Western Michigan University's Master of Arts in Applied Economics provides students with a strong foundation in economic analysis combined with the ability to apply theory to contemporary problems. Graduates of the program are employed in industry, government and academia. Some students continue their training and pursue a Ph.D. in economics or a related field.

Study options

Full Time (3 Semesters)

Tuition fees

US$17,482.00 per year

Health Insurance- 1324

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

01/12/2026

Start date

May 2027

Venue

Kalamazoo Campus

Kalamazoo, MI,

Kalamazoo,

Michigan,

49008, Midwest, United States

Full Time (3 Semesters)

Tuition fees

US$17,482.00 per year

Health Insurance- 1324

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

August 2027

Venue

Kalamazoo Campus

Kalamazoo, MI,

Kalamazoo,

Michigan,

49008, Midwest, United States

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Entry requirements

For international students

To be considered for admission applicants should have A strong foundation in economics including intermediate level coursework in microeconomics and macroeconomicsAt least one course in calculus and one course in statisticsAn official transcript from the institution from which you received your bachelor degree is required as well as a transcript from the institutions where any additional graduate level courses or degrees have been taken completed Applicants are not required to submit an official transcript of courses taken completed at WMUA resume or curriculum vitae CV is required please submit within the online application systemThis program does not require a graduate test

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.