NBZ Posted September 11, 2013 Share Posted September 11, 2013 Looks like the grammar police is both strong and quirky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
setsanto Posted September 13, 2013 Share Posted September 13, 2013 Well, turns out they didn't change! My final scores are 167Q 160V 4.5AWA. I was hoping for a 5, but I think a 4.5 should be fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NBZ Posted September 14, 2013 Share Posted September 14, 2013 well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StudentLoaner Posted September 14, 2013 Share Posted September 14, 2013 Officially started my applications today. Apparently some applications don't even open until October...that'll probably cause some stress on getting LORs done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StudentLoaner Posted September 14, 2013 Share Posted September 14, 2013 Also, just wanted to say I'm excited to go through the application process this year with everyone here. I've been creeping on here for the past year and a half and have learned quite a bit. I didn't even know what math I needed before I came here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EconUnplugged Posted September 15, 2013 Share Posted September 15, 2013 Looking forward to getting through this app season with all of you guys! May the best make it, and the rest squeeze through. Â Unfortunately, all GRE dates are booked up, I'll be taking mine on 20th of Nov, therefore there are about 6 schools (from my list of 12) that I may or may not apply to depending on my GRE results. Have any of you been in this situation before? Any advice? Thanks! Â p.s - i'm applying to all masters programs - so I guess the deadlines are generally a month of two later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
banana Posted September 15, 2013 Share Posted September 15, 2013 Looking forward to getting through this app season with all of you guys! May the best make it, and the rest squeeze through.  Unfortunately, all GRE dates are booked up, I'll be taking mine on 20th of Nov, therefore there are about 6 schools (from my list of 12) that I may or may not apply to depending on my GRE results. Have any of you been in this situation before? Any advice? Thanks!  p.s - i'm applying to all masters programs - so I guess the deadlines are generally a month of two later. Having to wait until Nov 20th to take the GRE sounds a bit harsh. Do you live in the US? If so and if all the test centers are booked in your area, it might be worthwhile to invest in a trip to the next nearby test center with available dates.You'll have to pay for transportation and lodging, but if you really want to have a chance at getting in those 6 schools it might be worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andreiZZ Posted September 16, 2013 Share Posted September 16, 2013 Hi everyone I am really happy to go through the application process with you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berkeleybears Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 going to be applying for next fall as well! good to know that i'm not alone. i'll be applying to all masters programs. Do any of you know if there is a section during the application process where your LOR writers list their highest education obtained? Or does it vary with each school? Basically, I am in a position where I can have an awesome letter from a manager (with no PhD) that I worked under VS. an OK letter from a partner that I worked with (with a PhD). If there isn't a spot for highest education obtained, then I will, of course go with the glowing letter! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andreiZZ Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 I think they will need to put down their current title and firm/university. Not sure about their education thou Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Insti Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 going to be applying for next fall as well! good to know that i'm not alone. i'll be applying to all masters programs. Do any of you know if there is a section during the application process where your LOR writers list their highest education obtained? Or does it vary with each school? Basically, I am in a position where I can have an awesome letter from a manager (with no PhD) that I worked under VS. an OK letter from a partner that I worked with (with a PhD). If there isn't a spot for highest education obtained, then I will, of course go with the glowing letter! They will put down their current position and title. Alsobe aware that letters from people outside of economics and people who have not been successfull in a. PhD program are heavily discounted if considered at all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berkeleybears Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 They will put down their current position and title. Alsobe aware that letters from people outside of economics and people who have not been successfull in a. PhD program are heavily discounted if considered at all Well aware of that, which is a good thing since I have no interest in a future career versed in Academia (I am only applying to US Master's programs) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yankeefan Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 Well aware of that, which is a good thing since I have no interest in a future career versed in Academia (I am only applying to US Master's programs)Â The MA program at my school requires two academic LORs, one of which must be an Economist. I'm not sure if we are unique in that regard, but you should contact the schools you are applying to and find out the specifics about submitting LORs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Armando Al Posted September 19, 2013 Share Posted September 19, 2013 I am just going to take the GRE on October 3rd. I am way too nervous (the first time I did it, it was January 2nd and I was very sick; I was still admitted in my master because everything else was stellar). I will apply to 7 (maybe 8, I still need to speak with a professor who cana accurately tell me the schools I should apply). I have heard the Master in UBC Canada is great, but I cannot pursue another master if I want funding from my government. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Armando Al Posted September 20, 2013 Share Posted September 20, 2013 Well aware of that, which is a good thing since I have no interest in a future career versed in Academia (I am only applying to US Master's programs) Think about UBC, they have a good program too and WAY cheaper than anything in the US. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michalz Posted September 23, 2013 Share Posted September 23, 2013 Any rumors about the funding in some ~Top20 places this year? (or last year info) I have 25 potential programs, including some B-schools, on the shortlist abd I'll be happy (and I have to) to get rid of those which won't provide too generous funding this year. I'm particularly concerned with funding at Chicago, Berkeley and English programs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaynaalice Posted September 23, 2013 Share Posted September 23, 2013 I saw the roll call thread, but where can I post my profile so I can get advice on what schools to apply to... i am completely lost Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam12 Posted September 23, 2013 Share Posted September 23, 2013 shaynaalice - just start a new thread on the PhD in Economics forum for your profile evaluation and post your profile as you would in the roll call. Make sure all the sections are reasonably complete, and ask any specific questions you have. Â Also - you may want to browse past profiles here for help: http://www.www.urch.com/forums/phd-economics/144323-old-roll-calls-profiles-results.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tsonline Posted September 26, 2013 Share Posted September 26, 2013 Thank you very much adam12. The old roll calls link is very helpful, i dont know why i can't find it anywhere. Anw, having been lurking around in the forum and suppressing my anxiety for this applying season, here's my 1st post. Yay!! Good luck to everybody ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StudentLoaner Posted September 26, 2013 Share Posted September 26, 2013 Since there are only 8 posts in the roll call thread and it's almost October, can I pretend the applicant pool is much smaller this year and I will therefore have a better chance of acceptance? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andreiZZ Posted September 26, 2013 Share Posted September 26, 2013 Since there are only 8 posts in the roll call thread and it's almost October, can I pretend the applicant pool is much smaller this year and I will therefore have a better chance of acceptance? "Boldly said, but I remain unconvinced." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catrina Posted September 26, 2013 Share Posted September 26, 2013 Since there are only 8 posts in the roll call thread and it's almost October, can I pretend the applicant pool is much smaller this year and I will therefore have a better chance of acceptance? I wish, but no, that is unfortunately not a reasonable conclusion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StudentLoaner Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 I wish, but no, that is unfortunately not a reasonable conclusion. Well...****. Apparently this forum doesn't let you use swear words. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cinciaaz Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Do you guys know if there will be a 2013 update to the tmanalysis site? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catrina Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 The graduate department at my current masters' institution keeps sending us emails encouraging us grad students to take teaching positions in the local prisons in order to gain teaching experience. I can't help but thinking that it could be a little awkward teaching economics in a prison. In particular, the lesson on prisoner's dilemma might not go over so well... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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