Apply now for the International & Development Economics Masters Program
The IDE Program at Yale's Economics Department and Economic Growth Center is a globally renowned one-year Master's program in economics that provides students the technical toolkit for global leadership roles in international development.
IDE '24
Study economics at Yale. Make an impact around the world.
Applications are open for the International & Development Economics Masters Program class of 2026.
- Deadline: January 2, 2025, for the 2025-2026 academic year
- Visit the IDE website for more information
- Register for an upcoming informational webinar and learn more
- Read about about recent graduates in an EGC news article
Embark on an intensive one-year master’s journey designed to equip you with the tools to navigate the complexities of today’s global development landscape. Launched in 1955 as a program in International and Foreign Economic Administration and hosted by EGC since 1961, the International and Development Economics (IDE) program at Yale University offers rigorous training in quantitative analysis, preparing you to tackle real-world economic challenges head-on. The foundation of the IDE curriculum is a series of five core classes in which students develop essential competencies in microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, and development economics.
Why Choose IDE at Yale?
- Intensive One-Year Curriculum: Accelerate your career with our focused and demanding program.
- Expert Quantitative Training: Master cutting-edge empirical and econometric methods under the guidance of renowned Yale faculty.
- Research Opportunities: Apply your data skills through IDE Research Assistantships with renowned Yale researchers in international development.
- Personalized Learning Environment: Thrive in small cohorts (average 30–35 students) that ensure individual attention and mentorship.
- Global Perspective: Join a diverse community with students from 14 countries.
- STEM Designation Benefits: International students can enjoy a 1+2 year Optional Practical Training (OPT) extension due to our STEM-certified degree.
- Interdisciplinary Electives: Customize your studies with access to courses across Yale’s schools, including the School of Management, Jackson School of Global Affairs, School of the Environment, and Yale Law School.
- Economic Growth Center (EGC): Engage with Yale's hub for economic growth and poverty studies, and participate in leading events and policy initiatives.
- Vibrant Graduate Community: Be part of Yale's dynamic network of over 5,000 graduate students across 13 professional schools and more than 70 fields of study.