Dr. David Sraer

Professor

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Biography

David Sraer is a Professor of Economics at the University of California, Berkeley. He obtained his B.S. in Applied Mathematics and Economics from École Polytechnique in France in 2001, followed by a Ph.D. in Economics from the Toulouse School of Economics in 2007. His scholarly work focuses on Financial Economics, Behavioral Finance, Behavioral Economics, and Organizational Economics. He has made significant contributions to understanding the intersections of finance and behavior, which include insights into entrepreneurship and market dynamics. Apart from his teaching responsibilities, David serves as an associate editor for the Journal of the European Economic Association and is a faculty research fellow at the National Bureau of Economic Research. Before joining Berkeley, he was an assistant professor at Princeton University, where he was recognized with the Jacob Viner Preceptorship for his academic excellence and contributions to the field of economics.

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.