How to Apply

Currently we are accepting applications for the Masters of Applied Economics program for September 2014 admissions. Applications are accepted throughout the year until the program is full. However, if you need a visa to study in the EU, apply by March 31st. There is no application fee and you will receive an admission decision within 15 days of receipt of your complete application.

Admission Requirements

Application Process and Required Materials

Admission Decision

Admission Requirements for the Masters of Applied Economics Program

• Bachelors degree or equivalent required. Masters graduates are welcome to apply.
   
• Previous education in economics is welcomed but not required.
   
• A standardized English test report (TOEFL, IELTS, or other) is not required, although it is an advantage, regardless of your score.
   
• Strong math skills are an advantage. Some math skills are necessary.
   
• Work experience is not obligatory but is considered an advantage.

Application Process and Required Materials for the MAE Program

1. Fill out the Masters of Applied Economics Online Application and upload electronic files (the last page of the Online Application):

• The application form mainly asks for your contact information and educational background. Two additional items might require more time to prepare: (1) translations of your diplomas and transcripts into English and (2) contact details for two recommenders who can provide references upon our request.  
   
• Materials for uploading:
• scans of all your translated diplomas and transcripts (not required if the originals are in English);
• scans of all your original diplomas and transcripts, in the original language;
• letter of motivation;
• electronic or scanned standardized score reports (not required);
• a scan of the main page of your passport, with picture.

2. Mail us by post the following paper materials:

• notarized photocopies of all diplomas and transcripts, in the original language;
   
• originals of certified English translations of all diplomas and transcripts if the originals are not in English.

Mailing address:
MAE Program
CERGE-EI
Politických vězňů 7
111 21 Prague 1
Czech Republic

• The application is complete when both letters of recommendation and all application materials – including the Letter of Motivation and paper documents sent by post - arrive at the MAE Program in Prague.
   

Admission Decision for the Masters of Applied Economics Program

• Admit to the program
   
• Do not admit to the program
   
• Put on a waiting list

If you are offered admission to the Masters of Applied Economics program, you will receive a specific tuition offer. To accept the offer, you will need to make a non-refundable tuition deposit in the sum of 1000 USD (the sum is later deducted from your first tuition payment). The tuition deposit deadline is 30 days from when we send the admission offer to you. From the moment you pay the tuition deposit your admission is secured, and you can plan on studying in the Masters of Applied Economics Program in Prague in September!

After you pay the tuition deposit, the Masters of Applied Economics Study and Support Office will contact you about visa and accommodation issues. We will guide you through each step of the visa application process.

Before the beginning of classes you will attend an on-line Preparatory Semester for the Masters of Applied Economics Program. Please note that if you apply after June 15, it is not possible to attend the Preparatory Semester.

The academic year for this Masters program begins in September each year.