Description:
The CERGE-EI PhD in Economics program is designed for outstanding students who desire a rigorous graduate education in economics at a modern, international institution with the goal of pursuing an academic career or entering a high-level position in an international organization, central bank, government ministry or in the private sector.
The program leads to an MA degree awarded under an absolute charter granted by the State of New York, USA, and to a PhD degree which has an absolute charter granted by the State of New York, USA, and is fully accredited in the Czech Republic under the Charles University in Prague.
Under normal circumstances, PhD Graduates receive both American and Czech doctoral degrees, while MA graduates receive only an American degree. Nearly all students are awarded full tuition scholarships for the entire duration of their MA/PhD program. Students also typically receive financial support toward living costs based on their previous education (degree level) and qualifications.
Masters degree holders are usually given full financial support. For students with a Bachelors degree, financial support is determined on an individual basis.
Eligibility:
-Any individual from any country is welcome to submit an application.
-CERGE-EI does not discriminate on the basis of nationality, race, gender, or religion.
-A strong background in mathematics is essential.
-Sufficient proficiency in English is necessary to read, write and fully understand study material necessary.
-Previous education in economics is welcomed, but not required. Many successful students have previous backgrounds in math, law, political
science or other disciplines.
-A Master’s degree or its equivalent that can be nostrified in the Czech Republic (or expectation to complete a Master’s degree by June of the
year when you are applying) is the best credential for admission. Strong students with a Bachelor’s Degree may also apply directly to the
PhD program, however, their financial support is determined on an individual basis. Masters degree holders are usually given full financial
support.
-Students whose highest credential is a Bachelor’s degree may also apply for the Joint Masters in Economics program, which is run by
CERGE-EI and the Institute of Economic Studies (IES) at the Faculty of Social Sciences of Charles University in Prague. The JME covers a
substantial portion of the PhD curriculum.
Deadline: 28 February 2013
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