Dr. April Burrage

Assistant Professor

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Biography

April Burrage is a Provostial Fellow in the Department of Management Science and Engineering at Stanford University. Her research focuses on the differences in entrepreneurial opportunities within economics and innovation science. She examines how institutions shape entrepreneurial possibilities, particularly in the context of innovation and emerging technology for entrepreneurs. Currently, her work explores the impact of innovation policies on technology entrepreneurship and the motivations of STEM professionals to commercialize their ideas. Dr. Burrage's research has received support from organizations like the National Science Foundation and the Sloan Foundation. Her findings have been featured in well-regarded outlets such as Research Policy, the Journal of Economics and Management Strategy, and the Brookings Institution. Through her research, she aims to uncover the institutional factors that drive entrepreneurship and innovation, ultimately informing policies and practices that promote a dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Research Interests

Courses

MS&E 176

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.