Economics Ph.D. program

Through K-State's Economics Ph.D. program, graduate students have the opportunity to take courses and do research in a variety of fields, including:

  • Econometrics
  • International economics
  • Industrial organization
  • Labor economics
  • Macroeconomics
  • Public economics

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All applications are done electronically on the Graduate School website. The application deadline set by the graduate school is January 8 for fall (August) enrollment and August 1 for spring (January) enrollment. While we accept applications at any time, only those students applying before the deadline are guaranteed to be considered for funding. Applications received after the deadline are considered for funding until all resources are committed.

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Economics Ph.D. program highlights

An excellent placement record
Graduates of our Ph.D. program have had a preference for academic employment, and they have largely been successful on the job market, with tenure track appointments at institutions such as Clarkson University, Missouri State University, Rochester Institute of Technology, Seattle University, Xavier University and more. Some students have a preference for government or private sector employment. With a strong grounding in both econometrics and economic theory, they have excellent employment prospects.
A strong research environment
Recent publications by our faculty have appeared in Journal of Econometrics, Journal of International Economics, Review of Economic Dynamics, Review of Economic Studies, The Review of Economics and Statistics, and many other top journals. Faculty members serve in editorial roles for journals, referee papers, and present at conferences. Many graduate students coauthor papers with faculty members and present their work at conferences. An active departmental seminar series and other seminars expose students to the latest research in a variety of fields. For more information, and a list of past speakers, see our seminar page.
Rigorous, rewarding courses
Students are exposed to the frontier of economic research in their coursework. Faculty bring the latest advances in econometrics, economic theory and computation into the classroom. Our courses, while challenging, provide students with the foundation they will need to write a high-quality dissertation.
Graduate teaching experience

Many of our Ph.D. students are given the opportunity to teach their own classes. We work with them as they make the transition to the classroom, and some of them go on to win college- and university-wide teaching awards. The ability to teach well gives our graduates an advantage when they go on the job market.


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Students sitting outside Varsity Donuts in the Aggieville Business DistrictManhattan is a vibrant, fast-growing city located in the beautiful Flint Hills of eastern Kansas. It offers a low cost of living, low crime, good restaurants, and plenty of shopping.

MHK provides multiple direct flights on a daily basis to Chicago and Dallas, with Kansas City a short drive away if you prefer a larger airport.

 

Alumni Spotlight: George Anaman
George AnamanOriginally from Ghana, George Anaman earned his Ph.D. in economics from K-State before beginning his career as a senior consultant at PwC in Boston. Through rigorous coursework, teaching experience, and cross-disciplinary research, he developed the analytical and communication skills needed to succeed in consulting. His journey reflects the strength of K-State’s academic support, global community and real-world preparation.

“K-State gave me the foundation to think critically, communicate clearly and apply economic insight to real-world challenges. [The university] pushed me, supported me and gave me the confidence to turn what I learned into a real career.”

George Anaman
Ph.D. Program Graduate
Student Spotlight: Victoria Popoola
Victoria PopoolaLeaving Lagos, Nigeria, for Manhattan, Kansas, was a big leap, but K-State quickly became home for Victoria Popoola. She found friends through participating in student organizations, support from faculty, and plenty of challenges in the classroom. With her sights set on a future Ph.D., she’s excited to explore research during her master's program while keeping her options open between academia and industry.

“Grad school is tough, but K-State gave me the support and friendships I needed to thrive.”

Victoria Popoola
Master of Arts alumna
Current Ph.D. candidate


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