Dr. Betsy Cliff

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Betsy Q Cliff is an Assistant Professor in the Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago, specializing in Public Health Sciences. Her research focuses on health economics, health policy, health insurance, and consumer behavior. With a PhD in Health Services Organization Policy from Columbia University, she also holds a Master's degree in Journalism from Dartmouth College and a Bachelor's degree in Government from Dartmouth College. Her contributions to the field are evident through her numerous publications that analyze various aspects of healthcare costs and policy implications, particularly regarding Medicaid and high-deductible health plans. Betsy has been published in prominent journals like the JAMA Health Forum and Medical Care, addressing topics crucial to understanding and improving the health services system. Her interdisciplinary approach incorporates economic analysis with practical strategies, aiming to enhance health outcomes and access. She is actively involved in academic research and often collaborates on studies that assess the effectiveness of healthcare policies and practices, striving to bridge the gap between economic theory and real-world application in Public Health.

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Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
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TOEFL
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Required:26
Reading
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IELTS
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Overall
Required:7
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Department of Philosophy