The interdisciplinary Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) major provides rigorous training in the foundations of these three fields. It enables students to study the forces and institutions that shape the modern world from multiple perspectives. This program is designed for students who want to understand how political and economic forces work, examine their impact, and critically evaluate the values involved in societal choices. It equips graduates with skills to address complex problems in both public and private sectors.
The analytical tools and interdisciplinary approach of the PPE major prepare students for a variety of careers. Graduates are equipped to address complex challenges in diverse fields.
Tuition and fees are based on the previous academic year and are subject to change. Domestic students may waive student health insurance; international students cannot.
Estimated tuition and fees for full-time enrollment (31 credit hours) for international students is $63,012. This includes General Tuition & Instruction, Student Activity Fee, Student Union Fee, Recreation Fee, Learning-Technology Fee, and COTA Bus Fee.
Estimated living expenses (housing, food & misc.) for 9 months is $19,986, plus $1,516 for books and supplies. Mandatory student health insurance is an additional estimated cost of $3,768.
Graduates are prepared for careers in fields such as Law, Public policy and public service, Business, Finance, Consulting, NGOs, Education, and Journalism.
Yes, merit-based cash awards of $3,000 - $15,000 are awarded based on application strength. Graduate Assistantships offer 50% tuition coverage and a monthly stipend and automatically consider admitted applicants.
You will need to submit unofficial transcripts to the application portal and English proficiency test scores if required. Official transcripts are required upon admission.