Department of Applied Economics Oregon State University

The Department of Applied Economics at Oregon State University is a department dedicated to research, education, and outreach in the field of economics. Located in Corvallis, Oregon, the department is comprised of 25 faculty members, 35-40 graduate students, and over 175 undergraduate majors. The department's work focuses on applying economic theory and quantitative analysis to understand impacts on the environment, agriculture, and society. They offer undergraduate degrees in Agricultural Business Management and Environmental Economics and Policy, equipping students with the analytical skills and tools to excel in both public and private sectors. The Department of Applied Economics is renowned for its research productivity, consistently ranking in the top five agricultural and resource economics departments in the nation. Their Ph.D. program is also highly regarded, placing among the top ten globally in resource and agricultural economics. The department specializes in a wide range of areas including climate change, marine resources, endangered species, biodiversity, land use, water allocation, agricultural competitiveness, international trade, value-added agricultural products, rural development, and poverty and hunger. For further information, please visit their website at appliedecon.oregonstate.edu.