Dr. Catherine Burke

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Catherine Burke, PsyD, serves as an Assistant Professor in the Law and Psychiatry Division at Yale School of Medicine, where her expertise lies in forensic assessment. She conducts evaluations within the legal system, focusing on issues such as competency to stand trial, mitigation, risk assessment, and immigration. Additionally, Dr. Burke provides clinical care to adults navigating the legal system who present with addiction and associated co-morbidities through her work at the Forensic Drug Diversion Clinic. Her research primarily centers on educating fellows at the intersection of addiction and the criminal legal system, aiming to improve outcomes and understanding in this complex area.

Research Interests

Requirements for Yale School of Medicine

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering, biology, chemistry, physics, or related field Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Academic Purpose
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • Application Fee ($105)
Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for PhD applicants. TOEFL speaking scores below 26 or IELTS speaking below 7.5 may require summer English training.