How to Apply

To apply, submit Temple’s online graduate application along with an application fee of $60. 

Applicants must have completed their bachelor’s degree. A degree in a related field is preferred; however, all applications will be considered.

Candidates will be asked to submit the following along with their application. 

Supporting Materials

Official electronic transcripts must be sent to econgrad@temple.edu. Original transcripts can be mailed to the following address.

Temple University College of Liberal Arts
Janice Vincent, Department Coordinator
Temple University Department of Economics
210 Gladfelter Hall
1115 W. Polett Walk
Philadelphia, PA 19122-6089

Additional Requirements for International Applicants

For applicants whose native language is not English, the TOEFL, IELTS or PTE scores are required. The minimum scores required are as follows.

  • TOEFL iBT: 88
  • IELTS Academic: 6.5
  • PTE Academic: 60

See more detailed instructions on applying to Temple as an international student.

Application Deadlines 

Fall: Jan. 15

Applications received after the Jan. 15 deadline will be considered but will not receive priority for financial assistance.

Questions

If you have questions about the Applied Economics PhD, contact Pedro Silos, director of graduate studies in the College of Liberal Arts.
Email: pedro.silos@temple.edu