Specifics for the M.S. degree Specifics for the M.S. Degree Our Master of Science program has both thesis and non-thesis options. The M.S. non-thesis program has been planned to provide students with a broad base of learning and an overall preparation in agricultural economics. The M.S. thesis option is designed to train students in conducting research in agricultural economics. Applicants to the program must have completed a degree from an accredited college or university. A broad background in agriculture, economics, and quantitative methods is recommended.
Individualized programs allow students to make up undergraduate course deficiencies.
At least 22 of these credits must be completed at the University of Idaho. Eighteen credits, including thesis, must be taken at the 500 course level. Required courses include research methodology, advanced microeconomics, statistical methods, and at least two additional 500 level courses in agricultural economics. The remainder of credits may include 400 level courses in your selected major and both 300 and 400 level courses in any supporting areas. For those in the thesis option program, not more than 10 research and thesis credits may be applied toward the Master of Science degree.