shahofsunset

You've never met someone who said this because no one would say this in person. I based that off looking through old roll calls where it seems like almost everyone going to very top programs have all As. Although on a second look it isn't ALL ***, as you said. Thanks for the answer.

Hello, I'm a first year at UChicago doing economics. I just had my first intro to micro test, and it was pretty straightforward, except for a couple short answer questions. My question is more general and stems from the fact that I think I got an A minus. Do A-'s screw you out of top econ PhD programs? How are you supposed to get all As in all these classes? Do grad schools factor in how hard your undergrad institution is? If I were, for example, to get a B+ in an Econ or math course would my chances at a top school be over? I know it's early to be set on doing a Phd when I haven't done any research or upper-level or econ and math yet. But is is -- roughly -- my current goal and I want to learn as much as I can about the requirements so I don't wind up rushing to do things during my last year. Thanks.

Hello, I am beginning my freshman year as an economics major and my current career plan is to become an economist/academic. In the weeks leading up to school starting I am trying to get as much insight into the field as possible, specifically on the school portion whiich I am beginning. What are you something you wish you knew when you were starting out as econ major? What advice do you have to offer? What common mistakes can be avoided? What should I start working on now instead of at the end of my undergrad? Any advice relating to this or other college-related things is appreciated.

I never said I was worried about drinking. Strangely enough, I can grow a full beard in a matter of days already. Thanks mate!

Can anyone who wants to get decent grades go out drinking Tuesday and Wednesday nights anyway? Thanks for the advice!

Thanks for the advice everyone! Any idea on how rigorous is Chicago undergrad?

Hello to all, I am a high school senior who plans to study economics. As of now, I hope to do a PhD. I know plans this early are very likely to change, but it has been my interest for more than a year, and I might as well start planning. My main interest lies in doing policy work at an institution like the Federal Reserve, IMF or World Bank and/or being a professor. I have been accepted to the Economics undergraduate program at the University of Chicago. I'm also optimistic about my chances at the University of Virginia and College of William and Mary. My question is whether I should go to UChicago for undergrad? Or should I go to UVA/W&M? Chicago will be much more difficult, but will it make a big difference when it comes to applying for Grad school? How much will just an undergrad degree in econ from Chicago help with applying for jobs before grad school? Just how difficult will UChicago undergrad econ be? Any other advice is much appreciated. Thank you, Shahs