econphdadvice

At the advice of this forum, I am planning to take some advanced math classes in order to improve my chances of getting into an Econ PhD program because my transcript doesn't have a strong GPA and I don't have a strong math background. The classes that I want to take are Calc III, Linear Algebra 2, probability theory, Intro to Proofs, Real Analysis, Differential Equations, Mathematical Statistics. Has anyone taken match night classes in Boston? What is the best way to find out about non degree programs at local universities in Boston? Could someone please recommend where I should look for evening courses in these subjects or suggest universities? Would really appreciate any suggestions! Liz

This is an awesomely informational post! Thank you!! This is exactly what I was looking for and more. I will contact my professors and look into night school programs.

Thanks everyone! I went back and read posts about this and realize that it makes more sense to invest time into math classes rather than studying for the math subject test, since the math classes are what the professors look for. Will go back and look at the forum for other questions I have before posting next time!

Thanks for your advice! I will do linear algebra 2 and Calc. What other math class should I consider? I think I will do 3 math classes.

Thank you for your advice! I'm planning to follow it and take some math courses, besides Calc 3, what other courses should I take?

Everyone thank you for your honest advice! I'm really happy to get some feedback from such a knowledgeable forum. I think I will look for night math classes and wait to apply after I have those courses done. That along with preparing for the GRE. Hopefully can apply somewhere for spring 2014.

Hello I want to apply to a PhD in Econ but have poor grades in Math courses, could I compensate with a high GRE score in math as well as high score in Math Subject GRE or Physics subject GRE? Please help! Lisa

Could you please help me determine if I have a chance of getting in somewhere now or if I should take some advanced math classes first? I graduated 3 years ago so I prefer to go straight into the phD program without taking more classes. [h=2]ECON PhD 2014[/h] PROFILE: Type of Undergrad: BA/MA in Economics at top 40 US undergrad (Brandeis) Undergrad GPA: 3.097 Type of Grad: BA/MA program Grad GPA: 3.1 GRE: not taken yet, but I know I will do well Math Courses: Undergrad: Linear Algebra (B), Linear algebra 2 (D), Physics ©, Statistics & Econ Analysis(B-), Grad: Econometrics (B), Options and Derivatives (B), Intro to Econometrics (A-), Applications of Econometrics (A-) Econ Courses; Undergrad: Intro to Economics (A),The Global Economy (A), Microeconomic Theory (B+), Macroeconomic Theory (B), Graduate: Global Economic Environment (B), International Trade Policy (B-), Applied International Macroeconomics (A-), Mergers/Acquisitions (B+) Letters of Recommendation: want to ask 3 professors, one of whom I did research for Research Experience: Research for professor in research teams in the summer, Internship research for a consultancy Research Interests: Behavioral Economics, Macroeconomics Concerns: Low GPA, poor performance in math courses Want to apply: BC, BU, Northwestern, University of Illinois, University of Southern California I know my GRE score will be high because I do well on standardized tests, I was having some personal issues my first year of school and that explains my low GPA Please help! Should I take some math courses to prove that I will be able to handle them? Or do I have a chance of getting in to a school like Northwestern or Umass Amherst? Ideally I would just like to start the program. I would really love some help, because I really don't know what to do.