Dr. Andreas Wiedemann

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Andreas Wiedemann is an Assistant Professor at Princeton University specializing in the fields of Politics and International Affairs. His research focuses on economic inequality, redistributive politics, and political behavior within affluent democracies. His notable publication, "Indebted Societies: Credit Welfare Rich Democracies," explores the political factors leading to the rise of credit as an alternative to the welfare state, as well as its implications on economic insecurity and social solidarity. The book has garnered significant accolades, including the William H. Riker Book Award and the Book Class Inequality Award from the American Political Science Association in 2022. His work has appeared in prestigious journals including the American Journal of Political Science and the British Journal of Political Science. Currently, he is engaged in a new research project addressing the housing affordability crisis and spatial inequalities in democratic politics among wealthy nations.

Research Interests

Awards

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William H. Riker Book Award

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Book Class Inequality Award

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Gabriel Almond Award

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Ernst B. Haas Dissertation Award

Courses

Introduction to Comparative Politics

Requirements for Princeton University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:27
IELTS
Speaking
Required:8
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or science Strong background in mathematics, materials, physics, or related engineering
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are not accepted. Ph.D. is the primary degree; students are not required to hold an M.S.E. prior to admission.