Applications are now open for the 5th ACES Summer School in Political Economy 2026. This event offers PhD students a great chance to learn and grow. Deadline: April 15, 2026. It is a 3-day workshop focused on political economy, economic history, and development economics. You will hear from top faculty and get feedback on your work. This article covers the event details, faculty list, costs, eligibility, and how to apply.
The Association for Comparative Economic Studies (ACES) runs this summer school as a multi-day workshop. It gives instruction and mentorship to young scholars from experienced faculty. Participants learn about cutting-edge research in political economy, economic history, and development economics. You get feedback on your research ideas during focused sessions with faculty and other students. The event helps you build networks with peers in these fields.
Here is the faculty list:
- Farzana Afridi (ISI – Delhi)
- Michael Callen (London School of Economics)
- Ruben Enikolopov (Barcelona School of Economics)
- Saumitra Jha (Stanford University)
- Horacio Larreguy (Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México)
- Sara Lowes (University of California, San Diego)
- Rohini Pande (Yale University)
- Maria Petrova (Barcelona School of Economics)
- Shaoda Wang (University of Chicago)
- Jie Zhou (Yale University)
More faculty will be announced soon.
No fee to apply or attend the summer school. ACES covers accommodation and at least one meal per day. They try to offer travel funding, especially for students from low-income countries. But do not count on it. Check funding at your home institution.
- No application fee
- No attendance fee
- Accommodation provided
- Meals: at least one per day
- Travel funding: limited, not guaranteed
The summer school is open to PhD students from anywhere in the world. You must be interested in political economy, economic history, or development economics.
To apply, follow these steps:
- Prepare a two-page research outline on your topic and your CV.
- Email them to Brian Deutsch, Coordinator of Membership Services, at [email protected].
- Submit by April 15, 2026, at 11:59 pm EST. Late applications will not count.
For full details, check the official summer school page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the 5th ACES Summer School?
PhD students from anywhere in the world interested in political economy, economic history, or development economics can apply.
What is the application deadline?
You must submit by April 15, 2026, at 11:59 pm EST—late applications will not be accepted.
Are there any costs to attend?
No application or attendance fees apply; ACES covers accommodation and at least one meal per day, with limited travel funding available.
How do I apply?
Email a two-page research outline and your CV to [email protected] before the deadline.
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