Dr. Chika Okafor

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Chika O. Okafor is an Assistant Professor at Northwestern University's Pritzker School of Law and Kellogg School of Management. His academic focus encompasses Constitutional Law and Economics, with a keen interest in areas such as affirmative action, civil rights, discrimination, and economic inequality. He also serves as an Assistant Professor in Management & Organizations by courtesy, as well as a Faculty Fellow at the Institute of Policy Research. His research examines how social networks influence economic and social inequality, exploring the interplay between social structures and job opportunities. Through his work, Okafor seeks to address pressing issues related to economic disparity and social justice, contributing to a deeper understanding of the dynamics at play in these critical areas. His interdisciplinary approach integrates insights from law and economics, and he is committed to using his research to inform policy and practice in meaningful ways.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2018-09-01 — Present

Pritzker School of Law, Northwestern University • Evanston, IL

Teaching and researching in areas of law, economics, and social inequality.

Assistant Professor

2018-09-01 — Present

Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University • Evanston, IL

Involved in teaching and research related to economic theory and management practices.

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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  • Statement of purpose
  • Resume/CV
  • TOEFL/IELTS scores (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

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