Dr. Christopher Udry

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Biography

Chris Udry is a development economist whose research focuses on rural economic activity in Sub-Saharan Africa. His current research examines technological change, financial market risks, gender dynamics in households, property rights, psychological well-being, and economic decision-making. He explores a variety of aspects of rural economic organization, seeking to understand how these factors influence economic outcomes in rural settings. Udry is a fellow of the Econometric Society and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and serves as a board member for the Bureau of Research Economic Analysis Development. He is also a research associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research.

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Experience

Professor

— Present

Northwestern University • Evanston, IL

Faculty member in the Department of Economics, specializing in development economics.

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
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Specialization Notes

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