The Department of Economics at the University of Bonn is once again among the international top group in the current subject ranking of the international provider QS (Quacquarelli Symonds). Globally, it has improved by eleven places, now reaching 50th position. In terms of academic reputation, the faculty is ranked among the top 25 worldwide.

The Excellence Commission, made up of the Committee of Experts and the science ministers at federal and state level, announced earlier today that the University of Bonn has been awarded funding from the federal and state governments for a further seven years (2027–2033). With its eight Clusters of Excellence, the University of Bonn will thus retain its crown as the most successful University of Excellence in the contest as it enters the new funding period. The University will now take additional strategic steps to establish itself in the leading pack of the world’s best universities over the long term, says Rector Professor Michael Hoch.  

On March 2nd, the Bonn Graduate School of Economics hosted a Research Environment Info Session for all doctoral students in the coursework phase. 

The application period has ended as of January 15. We wish the best of luck to all applicants!

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).