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Agricultural & Applied Economics: Professional Option MS

Master of Science in Agricultural & Applied Economics

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Is this program right for you?

The Master of Science in Agricultural and Applied Economics: Professional Option prepares you to enter the professional workforce in both the U.S. and abroad in data-intensive and quantitatively focused jobs in economic consulting, business, agribusiness, non-profit organizations focused on development, and governmental sectors.

  • Core curriculum includes offerings in econometrics, micro-economic theory, and professional development, along with a capstone practicum class leading to a professional report
  • Our accelerated program is flexible so you can pursue a specialty area in development, food and agriculture, commodity, energy, and environmental economics
  • In conjunction with the master’s degree, you may choose to get the optional noncredit National Association of Business Economics (NABE) Certificate

Education that works for you

The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Master of Science in Agricultural and Applied Economics: Professional Option is a 15-month program that trains students to meet the data industry’s demands for quantitatively-skilled analysts and managers.

Program type

Master’s degree

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Degree awarded

Master of Science in Agricultural & Applied Economics

Commitment

15 months

Tuition

$1,500 per credit

Format

Accelerated

Fast-paced program with higher course load

Face-to-face

On-campus, in-person courses

Credits

30 graduate credits

Admission terms

Program admits for fall and summer terms

STEM opt eligible

Yes

International eligibility

Yes

Application deadlines

Summer 2025

  • Deadline: May 1, 2025

Fall 2025

  • Priority deadline: March 15, 2025
  • International deadline: April 15, 2025
  • Deadline: June 1, 2025

Summer 2026

  • Deadline: May 1, 2026
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Program requirements

All applicants must:

  • Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
  • Have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0
  • Submit GRE scores from within the previous five years using code 1846
  • Submit evidence of English language proficiency, if applicable. See the Graduate School Requirements for more information

Application materials required

  • Online application
  • Resume/CV
  • Statement of purpose
  • Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation

For complete application details visit UW–Madison’s Guide →

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Results that work for you

Agricultural & Applied Economics: Professional MS

$105,000

Market salary in 2022

Job titles

  • Economist
  • Data analyst
  • Data scientist
  • Research analyst
  • Economic analyst
  • Quantitative analyst
  • Financial analyst
  • Credit analyst
  • Personal financial provider

Top industries

  • Management
  • Scientific and technical consulting
  • Services finance and insurance
  • Scientific research and development services
  • Federal government

Top employers

  • Deliotte
  • Credit Union National Association (CUNA)
  • Navigant
  • Wisconsin Department of Transportation
  • BHG Financial
  • Scale AI
  • Madison Gas and Electric (MG&E)
  • Zoro

13%

Projected growth from 2020-2030. Sources: US Department of Labor: Bureau of Labor Statistics website. 2022. AAE alumni data.

What you’ll learn

The Agriculture & Applied Economics: Professional Option MS program equips you with a strong foundation in microeconomics and quantitative analysis. Through industry-responsive coursework, you will gain the skills to address complex agricultural and economic issues.

For complete curricular details visit UW-Madison’s Guide →
  • Microeconomics
  • Applied econometric analysis
  • Risk analysis
  • Quantitative economics
  • Machine learning

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