This space is for students who, like me, have felt overwhelmed applying to or navigating a PhD, especially those from Africa and first-generation backgrounds who are often underrepresented in top economics programs. I know the hurdles: limited networks, funding and visa uncertainty, unclear requirements, and imposter-syndrome.
Start with Applying for a PhD? if you’re exploring programs, advisor fit, funding, and SOPs. Go to Currently in the PhD program? if you’re moving from coursework to research, designing credible studies, building data workflows, writing, presenting, and getting ready for the job market. You belong here.
Hosam Ibrahim 