Invest in Your Future with an Applied Economics Graduate Degree
Economics is one of the highest paid master’s degrees. Our Applied Economics degree prepares you for the most in-demand jobs in the field.
Employers need more than people who can analyze data. They need analysts who can ask the right question, build a model that reflects how people and markets behave, and turn the answer into a decision. The STEM-designated Master of Science in Applied Economics at the University of Nebraska at Omaha builds exactly that kind of analyst.
In addition to economic theory, you'll develop practical skills in data analytics, econometrics, machine learning, research design, and economic decision-making — the tools organizations rely on to price a product, evaluate a policy, forecast demand, or understand why a market moved the way it did. Because these skills transfer across industries, graduates move easily between business, government, consulting, finance, healthcare, technology, and nonprofit work. They tend to stay in demand — and well paid — over the course of a career.
Job postings that combine economics with econometrics, data science, or business intelligence command especially strong salaries.
| Masters & ≤ 3 yrs exp | Masters & 3-6 yrs exp | Masters & 10+ yrs exp | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS Economics w/ Data Science, Econometrics, or Business Intelligence | $114,400 | $144,100 | $212,700 |
| MS Economics w/o DS, Econometrics, or BI | 92,500 | 138,100 | 200,400 |
| MS Data Science excluding mentions of economics and econometrics | 109,400 | 140,200 | 194,300 |
According to Lightcast data, jobs postings requiring an MS in Economics and data science skills have higher salaries than both less technical MS Economics roles and data science degrees without economics skills. Our Applied Economics degree prepares you for the most in-demand jobs in the field.
Application deadlines:
| Term | International Applicants | Domestic Applicants |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | June 1 | July 15 |
| Spring | October 1 | December 1 |
| Summer | March 1 | April 15 |
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