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Second Intake Now Open for CERGE-EI Programs

8 April, 2026

The second intake for CERGE-EI degree programs is now underway, with a deadline of August 7, 2026, offering ambitious students another opportunity to join one of the region’s most respected academic institutions in economics.

At CERGE-EI, talent meets intensity. Students become part of an international academic environment built for ambitious minds: people who want to ask better questions, solve harder problems, and compete at the highest level. For those seeking rigorous training, analytical depth, and a launchpad for high-impact careers, this is the moment to apply.

The fully funded PhD in Economics offers elite academic preparation for future researchers and academic economists. Students complete rigorous coursework and conduct original research under close faculty mentorship, while benefiting from competitive stipends, strong research support, and opportunities for international mobility. CERGE-EI PhD Graduates go on to careers at universities, central banks, international institutions, and top private-sector organizations. Applications in the second intake are now open, with applications closing on August 7, 2026. Please find more information and application instructions here.

The Master in Economic Research is a two-year, full-time Charles University program taught in Prague for students who want to combine economic theory with strong analytical and practical skills. The curriculum brings together economics, data science, and public policy, with training in coding, data analysis, and professional communication. With a selective cohort, personalized support, and solid financial aid options, the program offers an excellent environment for students aiming high. The second intake is currently open, with applications closing on August 7, 2026. Please find more information and application instructions here.

The Bachelor’s program in Economics of Markets and Organizations, offered in cooperation with the Faculty of Business Administration at the Prague University of Economics and Business, addresses the economic realities shaping today’s world. The program blends quantitative analysis with interdisciplinary insight and applied, case-based learning. The second intake is now open, with applications closing on April 30, 2026. Please find more information and application instructions here.

With 35 years of excellence behind it, CERGE-EI has built an international academic community whose graduates work in more than 40 countries worldwide. The institute continues to grow, innovate, and connect top-level education with top-level research.