Overview

Key Facts of the PhD program in Economics at Central European University (CEU)

Coursework in the program is designed to ensure that students acquire rigorous knowledge in the core areas of economic theory and research methodology. During the research period, students will develop into independent researchers, with the ability to contribute to the analysis of fundamental economic questions facing transition and market economies.

The PhD program in economics prepares you to conduct cutting-edge original research addressing the fundamental economic questions of our time. Learn the skills of leading economists, choose from many specializations, and develop your own research program. You can utilize your knowledge in faculty positions in academia, in governmental organizations, as well as in the private sector.

You will take courses taught by internationally recognized faculty with PhD degrees from some of the world’s leading universities, including Harvard, MIT, and Princeton. After choosing two fields of specialization, you will select an advisor from these faculty members to guide you as you hone your skills and develop your own research program.

Programme Structure

Core courses

Advanced Microeconomics
Advanced Macroeconomics
Advanced Econometrics
Advanced Labor Economics
Financial Economics
Psychology and Economics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Economics View 4 other PhDs in Economics in Austria

Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

In addition to meeting the General CEU Admissions Requirements, applicants must submit:

a 500-word research proposal
three letters of recommendation
general GRE

Successful applicants usually possess an MA (or equivalent) in economics (or a related field).

Tuition Fee

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International

17000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 17000 EUR per year during 48 months.
EU/EEA

17000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 17000 EUR per year during 48 months.

Doctoral program(first 18 months): 17,000 EUR
Doctoral program after comprehensive examination: 8,500 EUR

Living costs for Vienna

861 - 1331 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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