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Students gain advanced knowledge of modern economic theory, both in the areas of microeconomics and macroeconomics, and advanced proficiency in econometrics and quantitative methods. Students acquire in-depth knowledge of two fields of theoretical or empirical economics of particular interest to the candidate. Students graduate with the ability to address economic issues with the analytic and quantitative skills necessary for a successful academic or professional career in economics, business or government.
Ph.D. Plan B
College of Letters and Science
Admissions and Fellowship Information
Continuing Student Fellowship: Jan 15, 2024
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Program Contact Information
Primary Program Contacts
Program Coordinator
Kaitlin Aparicio
econgradadmit@ucdavis.edu
Department Chair
Katheryn Russ
(530) 754-1544 | knruss@ucdavis.edu
Chair
Shu Shen
shushen@ucdavis.edu
Additional Contacts
Advisor: General
David Rapson
Economics
dsrapson@ucdavis.edu
Advisor: General
Katheryn Russ
Economics
(530) 754-1544 | knruss@ucdavis.edu
Advisor: Admissions and Primary Contact
Shu Shen
Economics
shushen@ucdavis.edu
Internal Fellowship Analyst
Heidi West
(530) 754-9473 | hewest@ucdavis.edu
Senior Academic Advisor
Sarah Hamid
(530) 752-0650 | smooney@ucdavis.edu
External Fellowship Analyst
Yvette Garcia
ycgarcia@ucdavis.edu