Vivaan Sheth

I am a 12th Grade Student at Oakridge International School, Bangalore passionate about economics, the world of politics, and history. Specifically in Economics, I am interested in the analysis of market structures, behavioral economics, economics of inequality and sustainability and labor economics, and how those 4 fields can intersect with one another in our everyday lives.

Behavioral Economics from Duke University

- Started a blog titled "ThatStocksGuy" that works as a subsidiary for my NGO FinanceForAll to spread awareness about stock market and investment literacy.

- Published 7+ articles on topics such as "Best Investment Strategies to gain Steady ROIs" and "Impact of the 2024 General Election on the Indian Stock Market."

- 300+ Blog Views

This application aims to reach out to seek financial assistance to pursue higher education at a leading university in the US. The opportunity to study at such an institution is vital for me to acquire the advanced knowledge and skills that will enable me to expand my impact on a global scale. Your support would be invaluable in helping me access the world-class education I aspire to, allowing me to continue my work with greater expertise and influence. As you've seen through the application, I have created a financial literacy NGO that has reached out to 1,200+ students across India and been recognized by UNICEF. In addition to this, I have created an Economics platform for all economics enthusiasts, reaching 100+ registered users and 1000+ site views within only a week of publishing. I've also published 2 research papers in top international journals, receiving 15+ citations and being read by professors in 13 countries. I've tried to create an impact through out everything that I've done, and this opportunity would only help me gain access to the resources I need to continue my journey of creating a better world. By investing in my education, you would be directly contributing to the development of initiatives that have the potential to make a significant difference in the lives of many. Your assistance would not only open doors for my personal growth but also empower me to further my efforts to create positive change on a larger scale.

The following are the universities that I am looking at applying and studying at after High-School with a major in Economics and Data Science:

1. Stanford University, California

Approx. Tuition: $60,000 Annually

Living Expenses (Food + Accommodation + University Resources): $15,000 - $20,000 Annually

2. Harvard University, Massachusetts

Approx. Tuition: $60,000 Annually

Living Expenses (Food + Accommodation + University Resources): $15,000 - $20,000 Annually

3. Cornell University, New York

Approx. Tuition: $63, 200 Annually

Living Expenses (Food + Accommodation + University Resources): $20,000 - $25,000 Annually

4. Columbia University, New York

Approx. Tuition: $66, 139 Annually

Living Expenses (Food + Accommodation + University Resources): $20,000 - $25,000 Annually

5. University of Chicago, Illinois

Approx. Tuition: $67, 000 Annually

Living Expenses (Food + Accommodation + University Resources): $10,000 - $15,000 Annually

6.  Yale University, Connecticut

Approx Tuition: $62,500

Living Expenses (Food + Accommodation + University Resources): $20,000 - $25,000 Annually

7. University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, Michigan

Approx Tuition: $55,000

Living Expenses (Food + Accommodation + University Resources): $10,000 - $15,000 Annually

8. University of California San Diego, California

Approx Tuition: $50,000

Living Expenses (Food + Accommodation + University Resources): $15,000 - $20,000 Annually

9. University of California Berkeley, California

Approx Tuition: $50,000

Living Expenses (Food + Accommodation + University Resources): $15,000 - $20,000 Annually

10. University of Texas, Austin

Approx Tuition: $49,000

Living Expenses (Food + Accommodation + University Resources): $10,000 - $15,000 Annually