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Most Canadian undergrads offer a “math for economics” course covering multi variate calc, more advanced linear algebra and basic analysis proofs. In terms of value added and signalling for MAs, that’s probably the most relevant math course you can take. I took calc 1 and 2 plus that course and had no problems getting into top Canadian MAs.
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PROFILE: Type of Undergrad: Honours Econ at Mid-tier Canadian research school Undergrad GPA: 4.07/4.3 Type of Grad: Took grad Health Economics elective Grad GPA: A+ GRE: 162Q/170V/5.5AW Math Courses: Calculus I & II (A+), Linear Algebra (A-), Stats I & II (A) Econ Courses: Advanced Micro (A+), Advanced Macro (A+), Introductory and Intermediate Micro/Macro sequence (A/A+ in all), two semesters of Econometrics (A+, A), range of field courses on Public Finance, Labour and Development (A- to A+ in all). Other Courses: Various philosophy, political science and liberal arts courses (A- to A+ in all) Letters of Recommendation: Apparently very good given results. One well-known prof that I took two field courses from. Another less well known but was my honours advisor, taught me advanced theory courses and knows me well personally. Research Experience: Honours thesis, 8 months as part-time RA, 1-year work experience in Public Policy role. Teaching Experience: Economics dept tutor for first and second year courses. Research Interests: Public Finance, Public Policy, Labour, Development SOP: Good. Talked about current work experience, drew connections between my undergrad research and current work in public policy and RA, future research interests. Other: Won a couple undergrad research awards in department. RESULTS: Acceptances: LSE MSc Econ and Philosophy (no funding), Paris School of Econ APE (no funding), U of T MA ($$), Queens MA ($$), McGill MA ($$) Waitlists: None Rejections: None Pending: None Attending: LSE Comments: Very happy with my results. Consensus here was that I was a shoe-in for Canadian schools, on the bubble for European ones. I feel like LSE is worth the money for prestige/connections alone; I’m not dead-set on academic econ, and could be looking at the NGO/Public Sector or Public Policy PhD route, in which LSE has a big advantage over the other programs. Also, given the emphasis around here on taking as many math courses as possible, a piece of evidence that you can get into top-tier MA programs with only a moderate math background. What would you have done differently? Applied to a PhD program, just to see what would happen, given that I had no rejects for MA.
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Emailed grad coordinator and told them about deadlines for other admits (hinted I wouldn’t stay on the wait list). 2 days later got a reject from MSc Econ, accept from MSc Econ & Philosophy which was my second choice. To be honest, i really liked the other program as well and in some ways could be a blessing in disguise. Be careful about emailing about deadlines, however, if you are not interested in your second choice.
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To anybody still waiting on U of T or McGill I will be rejecting those for LSE soon- hopefully everybody gets their top choice!
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Anyone heard anything from LSE about MSc lately? Applied in early January but still no decision, and I have a funded acceptance at U of T MA that I need to make a decision on soon.
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Got offered the option to take PhD courses- I believe they have eliminated the doctoral stream (I.e, more funding, mandatory PhD core courses). Functionally, however, if you were to take those courses, the quality of the degree is still the same; it simply offers you the option of taking only one or two PhD courses if you choose, rather than all 3.
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Got a queens acceptance on Friday as well- good results so far!
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Yes, I think so. I’m still waiting to hear back from the LSE, so I would consider that, although the cost is fairly extreme.
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Just heard back from U of T! Accepted to MA Economics with pre-approval for PhD stream. $5000 funding + 6600 TAship
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Congrats!
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Anyone have any insight into when offers start coming out? I know that a lot of programs are just closing their admissions now.
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Wow, you applied pretty widely! Makes me slightly nervous for my strategy of applying to only 4 schools, 3 of which are top-tier.
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Yes, mid-sized Canadian school, with 1 year public policy work experience. My background is 4.1/4.3 in Econ classes, with all A/A+ in Linear Algebra, Calculus, Math for Economists and Stats.
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Maybe easier to just reply with a quote from a profile evaluation thread: Type of Undergrad: Mid-level Canadian research university. Undergrad GPA: 4.06/4.3 *Note: A grade receiving a 4.0, but an A+ grade (above 90) receives a 4.3. GRE: 162/167/6.0 Q/V/AWA Math Courses (Undergrad Level): Calc I-II (A+,A), Statistics I-II (A+,A), Linear Algebra (A-), Multivariate Calc for Economics(A). Econ Courses (Core): Advanced Macro A+, Advanced Micro A+, Intermediate Micro A+ Intermediate Macro A+ Other Econ Courses: Took 6 or 7 mid to upper year econ field courses with A- to A+ in all. Econ Courses (Grad Level): Health Economics A+ Other Courses Taken: 7 philosophy courses with A+ to A- grades. A few Poli Sci with A/A-. LOR: Strong letter from a well-known Canadian prof (top 5 PhD, top 5% RePec, written textbooks etc.), knows me fairly well. Very strong letter from unknown prof who knows me very well. Research Experience: Econometrics term paper, won award for best econometrics paper. Honours thesis (also won award for the best honours thesis). RA (part-time) for AP after undergrad. Working in a government research/policy position. Teaching Experience: Private tutor for 1 year. Research Interests: Development, Public Finance, Health, Labour
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I've applied for MA Economics at U of T, McGill and Queen's (+ LSE MSc. Economics).