The Bonn Graduate School of Economics invites qualified students to apply for admission of the combined MSc/PhD program. Interested students with a bachelor's or master's degree in economics or related disciplines are welcome to hand in their documents until January 15, 2026. We look forward to receiving your application!

We are delighted to congratulate BGSE alumnus Laurenz Guenther on being selected for Capital magazine’s prestigious “40 Under 40” list. The recognition highlights his impressive professional achievements and growing visibility in the field. Laurenz is currently a Research Fellow at the Institute for Advanced Study in Toulouse (IAST–Toulouse School of Economics), among other academic affiliations. His work continues to reflect the high standards of excellence fostered at BGSE. We are proud to celebrate this milestone and look forward to Laurenz’s continued accomplishments. Congratulations, Laurenz!

The lecture will be delivered by Professor Melissa Dell, Andrew E. Furer Professor of Economics, Harvard University.

The Bonn Graduate School of Economics invites to an Information Meeting for Advanced BA and MA Students in Economics Interested in Pursuing a Doctoral Degree - November 11, 2025.

The Department of Economics Bonn, and the Bonn Graduate School of Economics congratulate the winners of the 2025 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences. This year's Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences goes to three researchers: economic historian Joel Mokyr from Northwestern University, growth researchers Philippe Aghion (Insead and London School of Economics), and Peter Howitt (Brown University).

Congratulations! Lennard Schlattmann graduated from the Bonn Graduate School of Economics.

The annual EDP Jamboree took place this year in Bonn and proved to be a great success. Over two days, doctoral researchers from across the European Doctoral Programme (EDP), Louvain, PSE, EUI, Bonn, presented their work and engaged in lively academic discussions. The presentations were of high quality and sparked stimulating exchanges among participants, contributing to the vibrant intellectual atmosphere of the event.

The Department of Economics congratulates Jun.-Prof. Dr. Amelie Schiprowski: She has been awarded an ERC Starting Grant worth €1.5 million. The European Research Council (ERC) uses this funding line to support researchers at the beginning of their careers. The grant will enable her to carry out her own research projects on the topic of career entry in tight labor markets over the next five years.