Are the Iowa State Economics graduate programs STEM certified?

Yes, both our M.S. program and our Ph.D. program are STEM certified for students majoring in either Economics or Agricultural Economics. These programs use designated CIP code 45.0603 which is a STEM eligible code.

This classification is beneficial for international students in the U.S. because it often qualifies for the Optional Practical Training (OPT) STEM extension, allowing them to work in the U.S. for up to 36 months after graduation. View additional information on the USCIS webpage.