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Doctorate in Economics

American University · Washington, DC, United States

Key facts

Degree
Doctorate
Institution
American University
Location
Washington, DC
Language of instruction
English
Study mode
Full-time
Fields
Economics

About Economics

Markets, money, incentives and policy, analysed with models and data.

Where it leads

Economist · Policy analyst · Consultant · Central banker · Data analyst

Median earnings of US graduates
$47,437
College Scorecard, US Department of Education
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