15 Jan, 2026Application Deadline
AugStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Economics and Econometrics
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
The newly designed, STEM-designated Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Economics in Temple University’s College of Liberal Arts prepares students for university teaching and research positions, and careers as economists in business and government. This 42-credit doctoral program emphasizes skill development in advanced empirical methods.
Why study applied economics in the College of Liberal Arts?
Program Format & Curriculum
Students have five years to complete their doctor of philosophy and are expected to fulfill requirements on a full-time basis. Courses for the Applied Economics PhD program are offered at Temple’s Main Campus. In addition to qualifying examinations, students must complete an original research paper during their third year.
Courses you are likely to take as part of the curriculum include the following.
Why study applied economics in the College of Liberal Arts?
- Specialized skill development: The Applied Economics PhD program provides a strong foundation in economic theory and empirical methods to be applied in areas such as industrial organization, health economics, international trade, macroeconomics and labor economics.
- Career opportunities: The program has a strong track record of placing graduates in desirable positions. After completing the PhD program, you are prepared to conduct original research and advance current knowledge in the field, across public and private sectors.
- Faculty experts: Applied economics students work closely with award-winning, highly qualified faculty members from the College of Liberal Arts Economics Department, who conduct research across various applied fields.
Program Format & Curriculum
Students have five years to complete their doctor of philosophy and are expected to fulfill requirements on a full-time basis. Courses for the Applied Economics PhD program are offered at Temple’s Main Campus. In addition to qualifying examinations, students must complete an original research paper during their third year.
Courses you are likely to take as part of the curriculum include the following.
- Time Series Econometrics
- Panel Data Econometrics
- Computational Methods in Economics
- Econometric Estimation of Structural Models
Programme overview
Main Subject
Economics and Econometrics
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
The newly designed, STEM-designated Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Economics in Temple University’s College of Liberal Arts prepares students for university teaching and research positions, and careers as economists in business and government. This 42-credit doctoral program emphasizes skill development in advanced empirical methods.
Why study applied economics in the College of Liberal Arts?
Program Format & Curriculum
Students have five years to complete their doctor of philosophy and are expected to fulfill requirements on a full-time basis. Courses for the Applied Economics PhD program are offered at Temple’s Main Campus. In addition to qualifying examinations, students must complete an original research paper during their third year.
Courses you are likely to take as part of the curriculum include the following.
Why study applied economics in the College of Liberal Arts?
- Specialized skill development: The Applied Economics PhD program provides a strong foundation in economic theory and empirical methods to be applied in areas such as industrial organization, health economics, international trade, macroeconomics and labor economics.
- Career opportunities: The program has a strong track record of placing graduates in desirable positions. After completing the PhD program, you are prepared to conduct original research and advance current knowledge in the field, across public and private sectors.
- Faculty experts: Applied economics students work closely with award-winning, highly qualified faculty members from the College of Liberal Arts Economics Department, who conduct research across various applied fields.
Program Format & Curriculum
Students have five years to complete their doctor of philosophy and are expected to fulfill requirements on a full-time basis. Courses for the Applied Economics PhD program are offered at Temple’s Main Campus. In addition to qualifying examinations, students must complete an original research paper during their third year.
Courses you are likely to take as part of the curriculum include the following.
- Time Series Econometrics
- Panel Data Econometrics
- Computational Methods in Economics
- Econometric Estimation of Structural Models
Admission Requirements
88+
60+
6.5+
Candidates with an undergraduate GPA below 3.0 are required to submit a Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) general test score. Official scores must be reported from a GMAT or GRE test taken within the last five years.
15 Jan 2026
Aug
- Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
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