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Pennsylvania Economic Association

Established in 1986, the Pennsylvania Economic Association (PEA) connects economists and social scientists worldwide through its annual research conference and two publications, fostering collaboration, and advancing economic research.

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Undergraduate & Graduate
Research Competitions

Join us at the Pennsylvania Economic Association's annual conference, featuring both an undergraduate paper competition and a graduate presentation competition.

Undergraduate Paper ContestGraduate Presentation Competition

The Pennsylvania Economic Review &
The Proceedings of the PEA

The Pennsylvania Economic Association publishes the peer-reviewed Pennsylvania Economic Review (PER), a journal dedicated to high-quality research in economics. In addition, the PEA also publishes the annual conference proceedings.

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Annual Conference

The PEA hosts an annual research conference at the end of each school year, fostering a welcoming and relaxed campus atmosphere.

Using a discussant format, the conference aims to facilitate networking and the advancement of research.

Publications

The PER is a peer-reviewed journal, recognized in Cabell’s Directory and the ABDC Journal Quality List.

Conference participants are invited to publish their presented papers in the Conference Proceedings.

Networking

The PEA offers robust networking opportunities, connecting members from across the United States and around the world and supports each other in advancing their research and professional endeavors.