PhD in Agricultural Economics (PhD)

Tuition is 15,356 USD per year.

This doctoral program in Agricultural and Applied Economics aims to build broad competence in economic theory and quantitative analysis techniques. Students conduct dissertation research on applied problems using current economic theory and analytical methods.

Study areas include Advanced Production Economics, Applied Econometrics I, Advanced International Trade and Policy, Research Methodology in Economics, Food, Ag., and Nat. Resource Policy Analysis, Economic Optimization.

Most students will have completed the requirements for an M.S. degree or its equivalent before admission to the doctoral program.

The programme totals about 72 credit hours. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 71% of applicants.

Texas Tech University, founded in 1923 and located in Lubbock, Texas, is a large public research university with a diverse student body of more than 40,000 learners, including roughly 2,679 international students. The university combines broad academic offerings with a vibrant campus culture and a proud tradition of research, innovation and community engagement in a welcoming West Texas setting.

Academic strengths span arts and sciences, business, engineering, agriculture, health sciences and fine arts, supported by faculty who pursue impactful research and industry collaboration. Undergraduate and graduate programs emphasize experiential learning through lab work, internships and community projects. Career services, alumni networks and employer partnerships help students convert academic experience into professional opportunities across regional, national and global markets.

Campus life at Texas Tech is active and student-centered, with extensive extracurricular options, leadership programs and athletic traditions that foster school spirit and community belonging. For international students, robust support services cover orientation, visa advising, cultural adjustment and academic assistance. Prospective students benefit from a research-driven campus, practical learning pathways and a supportive environment that prepares graduates for diverse careers.