5th ACES Summer School in Political Economy 2026

The 5th ACES Summer School in Political Economy is a multi-day workshop offering instruction and mentorship to young scholars in political economy, economic history, and development economics. It provides feedback on research ideas through focused mentoring sessions with faculty and peers, and opportunities to network with other young scholars in the field. The program includes accommodation and at least one meal per day for participants.

Accommodation and at least one meal per day; mentoring from faculty and peers; networking opportunities; feedback on research ideas.

PhD students interested in political economy, economic history, and development economics; applicants may be from anywhere in the world.

Submit a two-page research outline on a specific topic and a CV to the provided contact by the deadline.