ChunZhu

Hello all, This is my first time posting on these forums, though I have been lurking around a bit. I'm currently looking for a phd program to apply for, but I don't know which ones I qualify for. I guess the main reason why I want to get a phd is because I've wanted to be a professor most of my life. You know, all that good stuff about 'molding young minds', doing research in things that I'm actually interested in, and living in a world slightly separated from reality seems to suit my interests. So here's a summary of my information: BA: International Political Economy at UC Berkeley GPA: 3.45 GRE Scores: math 760 86%/ verbal 570 79% MA: Economics at CSU East Bay GPA: currently in progress but have a 3.9 after one year Math background: currently very weak, but I am trying to fit in as many math classes as I can into my two years masters program Other experiences: I've worked and lived in China for two years before starting my MA. Now I know I can't make it into a top 10 school with my stats and I'm very certain I can't make it into a straight econ program with my weak math background. My question is: What kind of phd should I pursue? I'm interested in development economics and political economy since it seems to be less math oriented and also have a lot to do with government policy. I'm also interested specifically in China, so I don't know if there's a particular school that's good for studying China's economic development. Also, does anyone have any suggestions for a decent phd program that I can try for? Thanks a lot in advance! - ChunZhu