Admission Requirements

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Minimum Academic Requirements

• Related master’s degree or equivalent coursework.
  • Applicants who have not completed graduate-level courses in microeconomic theory, macroeconomic theory, and econometrics with grades of B or better will be required to complete these courses early in the DED program.
• Completion of undergraduate courses in intermediate macroeconomic theory and intermediate microeconomic theory with grades of B or better (or equivalent).
• Completion of undergraduate course in differential calculus with grade of B or better (or equivalent).
• Additional coursework in matrix algebra recommended.
• Completion of statistics course including regression analysis with grade of B or better.
• Minimum undergraduate GPA: 3.0/4.0.

Apply to the NMSU Graduate School

Graduate School admission requirements must be met before applicants may be admitted to the program.

NOTE: Application deadlines for domestic and international students are not the same; please ensure you are aware of all applicable deadlines.

• NMSU Graduate School application forms are available for both domestic and international students.
  • International students apply through International Student & Scholar Services and submit a completed “International Application for Admission” form with a non-refundable application fee. The current university Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) requirement is 530 (paper test), 197 (computer test). In lieu of a TOEFL score of 530, an applicant may agree to successfully complete NMSU’s International Intensive English Program (IIEP).
• Provide complete official undergraduate and graduate transcripts. NMSU’s Registrar Office has transcript information.

Applications, transcripts and a non-refundable application fee must be submitted to the Graduate School at:

Apply to the Doctor of Economic Development Program

In addition to meeting the NMSU Graduate School admission requirements, applicants should send a packet including the following to Dr. R. Adkisson, Director, Doctor of Economic Development program:

• Unofficial copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts.
• Three recommendations from qualified people addressing your oral and written communication skills, potential for successful doctoral level study, and potential for professional success.
• Letter of interest including a statement of intent explaining your purpose in applying for the program and particular interest in economic development.
• Your current resumé.