Dr. Celia Gaertig

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Celia Gaertig specializes in Decision Processes, focusing on how people make decisions in uncertain environments. She has a strong background in psychology, having completed her BSc at the University of Freiburg. Celia obtained her PhD from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, where she studied various aspects of decision-making. Her research contributes to understanding how cognitive and emotional factors influence the choices individuals make, thereby providing insights that can have important implications in economics, business strategies, and behavioral sciences. Celia is also active in disseminating her findings through various academic publications and conferences, contributing to the field's body of knowledge. Her ongoing work at UC Berkeley Haas aims to merge theoretical insights with practical applications, enhancing decision-making frameworks in real-world scenarios.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of California, Berkeley

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE Subject
Overall Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent Preparation comparable to undergraduate major at Berkeley in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics 2 full years lower-division work (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Multivariable Calculus) 8 one-semester upper-division courses (Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Graduate Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • C.V./Resume
  • Course and Textbook List
Specialization Notes

The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.