Course
Economics
Offered by Department of Economics
QS Economics
QS Economics Rank: Top 5 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #22
Princeton's Department of Economics is ranked among the global top 5 (QS 2026), a small, highly selective Ivy League programme renowned for its strength in international economics and public finance.
Key advantages
- Top 5 Globally for Economics (QS 2026)
- Ivy League institution
- Strong international economics and public finance research
- Small, highly selective cohorts
- Excellent faculty access
- Prestigious global brand
- Programme & duration
- MA/PhD track: 1 – 2 years
- Tuition (international)
- Approx. USD $55,000 – $63,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
- Intakes
- Fall (September)
- English requirement
- TOEFL iBT: 100+IELTS: 7.0PTE: 68+
- Entry requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Economics, Mathematics, or related field with excellent academic record. GRE typically required.
Employability & placement
Excellent outcomes into central banks, international organisations, academic research, and public policy roles.
Student experience
Small, close-knit graduate cohort with excellent faculty access. Beautiful, historic New Jersey campus close to New York City.
Research strengths
Research in international economics, public finance, and labour economics. Strong ties with Princeton's School of Public and International Affairs.