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I don't know specifically about HEC Lausanne but I think you should briefly search about interview questions of other schools- I can adivse EUI on that- since they won't ask radically different questions.

not a word from UCL. Do you guys think I should send a mail the admissions office?

Hello! I am also pretty much sure that I will be attending Barcelona GSE next year. (my other option was LSE, though without funding, there is a really small possibility) My name is Isil and I'm from Turkey. (Thats an unusual Turkish name, meaning 'shining'). I'm 21. Hope we'll all have a great year together!

My own experience was with CEMFI. I had already asked them an extention of the deadline for answer; and when the renewed deadline came, I already had two more valuable offers. What I did was to bend over backwards, telling them how sorry I was, and how difficult it was for me to reach a decision (I still had doubts in my mind, blah blah) I think I exaggerated a little bit, but hey, there isn't much harm in being kind.

I did get an offer from LSE in the MSc Economics (Research) programme and I am seriously considering it. That's what makes my life complicated =) I did apply to numerous programs and got offers. My two priorities are LSE and BGSE- I was told that they both require a considerable amount of maths. I am taking a grad-level Macro Theory course right now and the work does not seem threatening, though I have no idea about what would happen in Micro. I am already in the middle of the spring term, so I cannot register to any more classes; but I can always attend a Real Analysis class. And yes, contacting the schools about topics is a great idea. Thanks =)

I got an offer from Warwick in MSc Economics. I don't know the process about PhD though.

Hi everyone! I applied to various MSc Economics programmes in Europe. However, though very-very late, seen that my mathematics background is not sufficient enough, so I am planning to pull a Bernanke and teach myself -or attend classes- some Math-background for a relatively easier MSc. I was wondering if you guys had any suggestions. I took a year of calculus (limits, differential equations, integrations, etc), a year of probability and statistics, a year of econometrics and a year of linear algebra and maths for economists (we basically covered 3/4s of Simon & Blume). The concepts of "mathematical and real analysis", on the other hand, are freaking me out. I can only prove how I am incapable of doing any proof and nothing more. Is there any way I can enhance my maths knowledge before I move on for an MSc?

Most probably. I know I confused MRes with MSc (Research) so didn't even bother to come up with a proposal, but apparently I had to. Yes, indeed I am offered a place, but I'm not quite sure about accepting since I've gotten no funding at all. And yes again, LORs really do open doors.

I didn't even write a research proposal and they offered me a place. Weird.

I also applied to the same program. It took approximately two months for them to reply. Good luck!

The two schools are nearly substitutes, thats what confuses me. I have talked to my professor about it, he told me that classes in LSE were much more crowded than BGSE, so it would be easier to connect with the professors in Barcelona. Besides, the professors in BGSE were more interested in their students, he used the exact words "warm, helpful". And just like troll2, he told me that BGSE would be a better option for PhD (something I want to pursue) and my probability to get good LORs would increase with small class sizes and concerned staff. He also mailed his friend (Jaume Ventura) about me and he replied as "we welcome her with open arms, and if she has any questions, you can give her my mail-address and my phone number" Which was pretty decent, in my opinion. On the other hand, LSE is LSE. The reputation is wide. Moreover, since I was accepted in the Research programme, as long as I graduate with Distinction, I can continue my studies in LSE. They are not offering me a scholarship, but I am working my way off for an EU-funded scholarship that might cover at least 3/4th of the costs (including living and accommodation as well as the tuition fee) while studying in London. God, this is one hell of a stress.

Type of Undergrad: BA Economics from a somewhat-known non-US, non-EU university, (ranking 100+ in Times Higher Education) Undergrad GPA: 3.89/4.0 (Class Rank:5) Type of Grad: none Grad GPA: none GRE: Q800 V450 AWA4.5 Math Courses: Calculus I&II (A, which is the highest grade you can get), Mathematics for Economists (A), Introduction to Linear Algebra (A), Probability and Statistics I&II (A), Programming for Social Sciences (A) Econ Courses: Macro-Micro Theory (A), , International Economics I&II (A), Econometrics I&II (A), Transition Economics (A), Theories of Growth and Development (A), Institutions and Development (A), History of Economic Thought (B+, A), Finance (A), Principles of Accounting (A-), Fiscal Economics (A), Monetary Economics (A-), World Economy in 20th Century (A), Analytical Writing for Economists (A), Game Theory I (A), Advanced Economic Theory (A), International Political Economy (A), Political Economy of Natural Resources (A), International Money (A-), Seminar in Macroeconomic Policy (A) Other Courses: Selected Topics in Law (C+ basically why my GPA got lower), Social Transformation and Political History of my country (both A), History of Civilization (B-), Sociology and Social Psychology (both A) Letters of Recommendation: All three are macro-economists. One got his PhD from Princeton (among top 6% cited economists), one from Minnesota (considered to be the top economist of my country) and one from Maryland. Research Experience: Currently conducting one with the professor who got his PhD from University of Minnesota. (A proposal on the Brazilian capital controls). I also wrote some papers for my previous professors; the most "credible" one is something I wrote for Sweder van Wijnbergen when I was an exchange student in the University of Amsterdam. Teaching Experience: Worked as a TA for Introduction to Economics and Macroeconomic Theory classes over the summer. Research Interests: Macroeconomics, Growth and Development, Political Economy SOP: Talked about my previous research, my extra-curricular activities and my interests. Took 3 pages. It might have been shorter. Others: TOEFL ibt: 114 (26R, 30L, 28S, 30W) Concerns: Math courses are not sufficient. RESULTS: Acceptances: LSE (MSc Economics -Research-), BGSE (MSc Economics), Warwick (MSc Economics), CEMFI Madrid (MSc Economics and Finance), King's College London (MA International Political Economy), University of Bristol (MSc Economics, Management and Finance), University of Edinburgh (MSc Economics) Waitlists: UCL (MSc Economics) Rejections: Warwick (MA International Political Economy) What Would You Have Done Differently? I like the outcome of my results, as my only rejection is from a program I considered to be of low priority. Still, I would have -taken more math courses during my undergraduate -wouldn't be so scared of getting a rejection so maybe applied for some US Universities as well as Oxbridge -would have pressured my professors for an RA position. -would have studied more for the verbal section of GRE

BGSE expects a reply from the offerholders by March 27. After that, they'll probably move to re-considering the weightlisted. In that sense, applying for BGSE can be a little risky. Toulouse's deadline ends 30th of April and I know that LSE still has ongoing admissions. A friend of mine applied to LSE two days ago and was still very hopeful (despite not fulfilling the minimum language requirement criteria) But I do personally think that if you have a distinctive profile, you'll be able to get an offer. Also, there is a reason why these schools have late deadlines, eh? Good luck

Hello everyone, As if the application process was not stressful enough, now I am stuck between making decisions, and desperately need your help. I got an offer from both from LSE [MSc Economics (Research)] and Barcelona GSE [MSc Economics] BGSE is offering me a partial tuition waiver while I still have to complete some forms to be "eligible" to be considered for a scholarship from LSE. I do want to specialize in macroeconomics, growth and development. Which of these options do you think will be a better choice? Thanks and hope all is well with your applications too. Edit: BGSE contacted me for a renewal of offer- they raised the amount of the tuition waived and also offered me a Teaching Assistantship.

Institution: LSE Program: MSc Economics (Res) Decision: Accepted Funding: Will have to complete a form, though I don't think will help Notification Date: March 22, 2011 Notified through: e-mail Posted on GC: no Comments: Yay! My dream school in Europe.