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ATLANTA — The Master of Arts in Economics at Georgia State University’s Andrew Young School of Policy Studies has been ranked No. 11 in the nation by TFE Times. In its 2026 Best Master’s of Economics Programs rankings, TFE Times also ranked the program No. 1 in Georgia and No. 2 in the Southeast, underscoring its national reputation for rigorous, applied economics training.
TFE Times evaluates programs using data on graduate outcomes, faculty research productivity and student selectivity, meaning this distinction reflects measurable performance. Students in the Andrew Young School’s economics master’s program join a nationally competitive cohort, learn from research-active faculty and graduate with the quantitative and analytical skills employers demand across government, consulting, finance and policy sectors.
“This ranking reflects master’s program director Stefano Carratini’s leadership, the depth of our faculty’s research, the rigor of our curriculum and the strength of our students,” said James H. Marton, chair of the Department of Economics. “Our program is intentionally designed to combine advanced quantitative training with applied economic analysis. Being recognized among the top programs in the nation affirms that our graduates are exceptionally well prepared to contribute to complex policy, business and research environments.”
The Andrew Young School’s economics master’s program is STEM-designated and offers both on-campus and online pathways, providing flexibility for working professionals while maintaining a high standard of quantitative training. Students develop advanced skills in economic modeling, coding and applied research, with opportunities to focus on areas such as public finance, health economics, urban economics, labor markets and economic development.
“Having a nationally recognized economics department in the Andrew Young School strengthens how we prepare students to understand economic systems at scale, ensuring they develop the analytical perspective needed to navigate complex policy and market environments,” said Thomas J. Vicino, dean of the Andrew Young School. “Our students learn rigorous analytical tools that equip them to address the complex economic challenges facing communities today.”
Graduates of the program pursue careers as economic and policy analysts in government agencies, consulting firms, nonprofit organizations and private industry. Others continue into doctoral study, contributing to research that shapes economic and public policy debates.
The No. 11 national ranking by TFE Times reinforces the Andrew Young School’s position as a leading destination for students seeking advanced, applied training in economics grounded in public impact.
For more information about the Master of Arts in Economics, visit: https://www.gsu.edu/program/economics-ma/.