Athens,
GA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Financial Planning, Housing and Consumer Economics in Athens United States | University of Georgia
University of Georgia
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Athens United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,630
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The department provides Master of Science (M.S.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree options. Their graduate program enables specialized focus in consumer and family economics or housing studies, framed within an interdisciplinary approach. While core classes are department-based, students benefit from courses across the college and university.
The Department of Financial Planning, Housing and Consumer Economics (FHCE) grants three graduate degrees: Master of Science (thesis and non-thesis options) and Doctor of Philosophy. Students pursue concentrated studies in consumer economics, family financial planning, or housing, all within an interdisciplinary framework. Although departmental courses form the foundation, the curriculum incorporates relevant offerings from other university units, recognizing the interconnected nature of these fields.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
official proof of degree(s) awarded
if from a non-English speaking country, official TOEFL or IELTS scores
official Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) scores:
GRE institution code is 5813
GMAT program code for the Ph.D. program is Z95-TV-07
three letters of recommendation (letters are submitted electronically through the Graduate School application system)
a Statement of Purpose following the required guidelines
a resume or vita
The minimum English proficiency scores are:
TOEFL: 80 or higher with 20 or higher on each of the Speak and Write sections
IELTS: 6.5 or higher overall with no single band (score) below 6.0
if from a non-English speaking country, official TOEFL or IELTS scores
official Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) scores:
GRE institution code is 5813
GMAT program code for the Ph.D. program is Z95-TV-07
three letters of recommendation (letters are submitted electronically through the Graduate School application system)
a Statement of Purpose following the required guidelines
a resume or vita
The minimum English proficiency scores are:
TOEFL: 80 or higher with 20 or higher on each of the Speak and Write sections
IELTS: 6.5 or higher overall with no single band (score) below 6.0
Tuition
USD
24,630