Dr. David Dowall

Professor

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Biography

David Dowall is a Professor Emeritus in City and Regional Planning at the University of California, Berkeley. He served as the director of the Institute of Urban and Regional Development (IURD) from 2004 to 2008, and he joined the Berkeley faculty in 1976. Throughout his career, Dowall's research has concentrated on domestic and international land management, housing policy, economic development strategies, and infrastructure planning finance. He has conducted policy research aimed at providing technical and financial assistance strategies for cities and regions in over 40 countries. His empirical and analytical work has significantly contributed to the fields of urban land economics and infrastructure finance. Additionally, Dowall has spent 20 years collaborating with governments and non-governmental organizations on neighborhood and urban development projects.

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.