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There are 14 PhD Economics & Public Policy programs in the United States, spread across 12 universities; the most common length is 4–6 years. Courses from Princeton University, Georgia Institute of Technology and University of Southern California come first, because those universities rank highest.
Princeton University — The PhD in Economics at Princeton University is a rigorous program designed to prepare students for advanced research and professional careers in economics. The course co...
Georgia Institute of Technology — The Ph.D. in Public Policy at Georgia Institute of Technology equips students with the analytical skills and theoretical knowledge necessary to address complex public iss...
Georgia Institute of Technology — The PhD in Public Policy at Georgia Institute of Technology equips students with an in-depth understanding of policy analysis, design, and implementation. The program foc...
University of Southern California
CUNY Graduate School and University Center — The PhD program in Economics at CUNY Graduate School and University Center offers an in-depth exploration of economic theory and its practical applications. This program...
University of Kentucky — The PhD in Agricultural Economics at the University of Kentucky offers a comprehensive exploration of the economic principles that govern the agricultural sector. This pr...
University of Texas at Dallas — The PhD in Economics at the University of Texas at Dallas is designed to equip students with a deep understanding of economic theory, empirical analysis, and quantitative...
Howard University — The PhD in Economics at Howard University provides an in-depth understanding of economic theory, policy, and applied economics. This rigorous program encompasses various...
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Southern University and A&M College — The Ph.D. in Public Policy program at Southern University and A & M College is designed for those who aspire to engage in high-level research, policy analysis, and academ...
Southern University and A&M College — The Ph.D. in Public Policy at Southern University and A&M College is designed to equip students with the analytical tools and theoretical frameworks necessary to address...
Claremont Graduate University — The PhD in Urban Leadership at Claremont Graduate University is designed for those who aspire to lead in urban settings, addressing complex challenges that cities face to...
Institute for World Politics — The Doctor of Philosophy in Statecraft and Strategy program at the Institute for World Politics is designed for those aspiring to become leaders and scholars in the field...
College of Eastern Utah — The Doctor of Philosophy in Economics at the College of Eastern Utah provides a comprehensive exploration of economic theories, models, and practices essential for advanc...
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4 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #15 (Princeton University) to #545 (CUNY Graduate School and University Center); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: University of Southern California is cited most (28,599,549 citations).
The usual length is 4–6 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake). Georgia Institute of Technology offers the widest choice, with 2 of these courses.
Princeton University (QS World #15), Georgia Institute of Technology (QS World #123) and University of Southern California (QS World #146) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.
Most listed courses run 4–6 years.
Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then.
Georgia Institute of Technology, with 2, ahead of Southern University and A&M College (2).
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