How to Apply

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  • All application materials must be submitted through the online application form by March 31 (23:59 CET).
  • The following materials are required for an application to be processed. All materials must be submitted in English or accompanied by an English translation.
  • See how to fill out the online application in a few easy steps



1)  Online application form

Online application form for the '0311TA050011' version
Online application form for the '0311TA050010' version

2) 
Curriculum vitae                                                                                                                             
   
  Up-to-date information relevant to the application and program, approx. 1–2 pages                                                        
3) 
Statement of motivation
   
  A statement in English describing in your own words your academic and research background, your interests and career goals, and how the program at CERGE-EI will help you meet your objectives. The length of the statement cannot exceed 4,000 characters. Please see the Statement of Motivation Guidelines
4) 
 
Copies of your Bachelor diploma and diploma supplement/complete transcript with certified translation into English if needed (if the original document is in another language except in Czech)
   
  If you are still studying you must submit an official confirmation of study from the university with the expected date of finishing your studies and your most up-to-date transcript(s) of grades. If you completed your studies but have not received your Bachelor's diploma yet, you must submit an official confirmation of study completion from the university with the expected date of receiving your diploma and diploma supplement/complete transcript and your most up-to-date transcript(s) of grades.
   
  Please note that if you are currently studying for a Master's degree or are a Master's graduate, you must also provide your Master's degree diploma and transcript or up-to-date transcript and confirmation of studies.
   
  Please see the Guidelines for Verification of Diplomas and Diplomas’ Supplements/Transcripts for details, and note that you will have to present all documents in hard copy either (via post or in person) if you are admitted.
5) 
Proof of English proficiency level 
   
  Applicants who are not native speakers of English (not born in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland or the United States) are required to provide a valid proof of their English proficiency. This should be an internationally recognized exam certificate - we accept IELTS, TOEFL – IC 2403, Cambridge, and Duolingo. The minimum required score for the Duolingo English Test is 115. The minimum required scores are: IELTS: 6.5 Band Score, TOEFL: 80-100, Duolingo: 115. With the exception of the Cambridge exam certificate, the documents should not be older than two years from the date when the admissions application is submitted to CERGE-EI.
   
  Please note that a confirmation of studying in English (English as a medium of instruction) is not sufficient proof of English proficiency, with the only exception of studies undertaken in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland or the United States.
   
  CERGE-EI reserves the right, in individual circumstances, to specify an additional language requirement for an applicant.
6) 
Optional materials 
   
  Contact details for up to three referees who will provide letters of recommendatinon on your behalf. Please provide the contact details via this form after submitting your application. We will request the letters by ourselves. Referees must be familiar with your academic background described in the online application form. Please see the Recommendation Letters Guidelines.
   
  Applicants may provide their GRE or GMAT results as they may increase their chance of admission. 
   
  Applicants are encouraged to submit other relevant documents that may support their application, such as additional study records, certificates, samples of written work, etc.