Deadline-February 28, 2013
Center for Economic Research & Graduate Education – Economics Institute (CERGE-EI) is inviting applicants to pursue PhD Scholarships in Economics.
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.
A unique feature of the CERGE-EI PhD in Economics program is its support for mobility which allows many students to conduct part of their dissertation research working with experts in their field at leading universities in Western Europe and North America.
Eligibility & Criteria-
- Any individual from any country is welcome to submit an application, hence there is no application fee.
- 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.
How to apply?
- Application form: please fill in the online application form and send a hard copy along with other application materials.
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of motivation: 1000-2000 word statement in English explaining academic and research background, interests and career goals, and how the program at CERGE-EI will help applicant meet their objectives. Please see the Statement of Motivation Guidelines.
- Two notary verified copies of BA diploma, certified by Apostille or Superlegalization (if applicable – please see the Guidelines for Certification of Diplomas and Transcripts), including its translation into English.
- Two notary verified copies of MA diploma, certified by Apostille or Superlegalization (if applicable), including its translation into English.
- Two notary verified copies of BA transcript, certified by Apostille or Superlegalization (if applicable – please see the Guidelines for Certification of Diplomas and Transcripts), including its translation into English.
- Two notary verified copies of MA transcript, certified by Apostille or Superlegalization (if applicable), including its translation into English. Diplomas and transcripts that have not been verified, certified and translated cannot be accepted!
- Two letters of recommendation from persons familiar with academic background sent in separate sealed envelopes, with the recommender’s signature written across the seal
- All other relevant documents that may increase their chance in the program (such as additional study records, certificates, etc.).
- Students are encouraged to submit a TOEFL (Institutional Code 2403) or other certified English language exam score, as well as GRE (Institutional Code 0223) (or other proficiency test) scores.
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