Dr. Teferi Mergo

Associate Professor

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Biography

Teferi Mergo is an Associate Professor in the Economics Department at the University of Waterloo’s United College. His academic journey began during a turbulent time in Ethiopia, which sparked his interest in development economics. He pursued higher education in Economics at Berkeley, focusing on the implications of policy interventions and the institutions of development, particularly within the context of the African continent. His research is concentrated on gauging the causal impacts of various policy measures related to economic development in low-income regions. With a commitment to building a significant research portfolio, Teferi aims to contribute insights that enhance policymaking in economic development. His selected publications delve into critical issues such as the effects of international migration and the dynamics of parental health outcomes in relation to children’s migration, among others.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Waterloo

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Strong background in Statistics
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Includes fields like Clinical, Cognitive, Developmental, and Industrial/Organizational Psychology.