145 Master's Programs in Economics in North America

Top universities for Economics in North America

Ranked by how many economics programs each one runs in North America — the count is next to the name.

• University of Georgia, Athens (6)
• University of Idaho (5)
• Illinois State University (5)
• University of Waterloo, Canada (5)
• Utah State University (5)
• Laval University, Quebec City (4)
• Wichita State University (4)
• University of Wyoming (4)
• University of Maryland, College Park (4)
• Indiana University Bloomington (3)

January intake in North America

17 of these programs list a dated January start that is still ahead. Dates come from each listing — confirm on the program page before planning around one.

• Master in Economics — University of Windsor · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Applied Economics, M.A. — The University of North Carolina at Greensboro · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Applied Economics — University of Houston · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Economics — University of Missouri, Columbia · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Agricultural Economics — Laval University, Quebec City · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Economics, MA — University of Colorado, Denver · starts Jan 2027

Masters (MS) in Economics in North America: common questions

How many economics programs are there in North America?

145 economics masters programs at 79 universities in North America are open to international students, as of 12 October 2026.

How much does a economics degree in North America cost?

The median annual fee (programs billed per year) for master's programs in economics in North America is 26,332 USD. The middle half of those programs charge between 18,158 USD and 33,336 USD a year.

Can I study economics in North America in English?

Yes — 100% of the economics programs in North America in our catalog are taught in English (145 of 145).

Are any of these economics programs available online?

4 of the 145 programs in North America are delivered online or by distance learning.