★ 64
QS World #67
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- KRW 10,330,000 – KRW 13,970,000/yr
- Founded
- 1905
93 Best Economics PhD Universities Worldwide
Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.
93 universities · ranked best first
how we rank
★ 64
QS World #98
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- KRW 8,035,000 – KRW 10,870,000/yr
- Founded
- 1986
★ 64
QS World #146
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- MYR 20,000 – MYR 27,000/yr
- Founded
- 1969
★ 64
QS World #149
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- EUR 2,500 – EUR 3,500/yr
- Founded
- 1968
★ 63
QS World #138
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- MYR 20,000 – MYR 27,000/yr
- Founded
- 1970
★ 63
QS World #176
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 46,000 – CAD 62,500/yr
- Founded
- 1887
★ 62
QS World #172
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- EUR 2,500 – EUR 3,000/yr
- Founded
- 1499
★ 62
QS World #165
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- EUR 2,500 – EUR 3,500/yr
- Founded
- 1450
★ 62
QS World #153
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- SEK 115,000 – SEK 155,000/yr
- Founded
- 1878
★ 62
QS World #273
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- EUR 17,000 – EUR 23,500/yr
- Founded
- 1845
★ 61
QS World #189
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- EUR 2,500 – EUR 3,000/yr
- Founded
- 1968
★ 61
QS World #273
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- EUR 18,000 – EUR 24,500/yr
- Founded
- 1845
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Which are the best universities worldwide for PhD Economics?▾
Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Korea University, POSTECH, Universiti Sains Malaysia. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.
How much does a PhD in Economics cost abroad?▾
Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.
Can international students study Economics abroad?▾
Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.
How are these universities ranked?▾
We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.
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