Dr. David Plaut

Professor

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Biography

David Plaut is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Carnegie Mellon University, where he also holds a position at the Neuroscience Institute. His research focuses on cognitive neuroscience and cognitive science, emphasizing computational models of brain function. Through his work, Plaut has contributed significantly to our understanding of the neural mechanisms underlying cognitive processes. He is involved in various interdisciplinary projects that bridge computational approaches with empirical research in psychology and neuroscience.

Research Interests

Requirements for Carnegie Mellon University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Verbal
Required:158
Quantitative
Required:149
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Research experience/publications
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • GRE scores (optional but reported in profile)
  • English Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo)
Specialization Notes

Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.