Dr. Chiara Sotis

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Chiara Sotis is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at Northwestern University. Her research intersects behavioral, environmental, and health economics. She designs theory-informed experiments and surveys to study how individuals process information and form policy preferences. Her interest lies in cognitive economics, focusing on how people understand and use complex information to make decisions. Chiara collaborates with the OECD's SWACHE working group on economic valuation studies that have directly informed policy changes in international organizations, particularly within the European Union. She has a strong interest in teaching microeconomics and enjoys encouraging students to think critically about economic models and their practical applications.

Research Interests

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.