Dr. Donald Barr

Professor

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Biography

Donald Barr is a Professor Emeritus at Stanford University, associated with the School of Medicine and the Graduate School of Education. He played a key role in developing the Human Biology curriculum and teaches courses within this program. His research focuses on the effects of organizational structures on the U.S. medical care delivery system, particularly regarding the quality of primary care and barriers faced by low-income patients in accessing health care. Barr has authored several influential books, including 'Introduction to U.S. Health Policy' and 'Health Disparities in the United States,' which examine important social determinants of health. His contributions to undergraduate education have been recognized with multiple awards, including the Lloyd W. Dinkelspiel Award and the Miriam Aaron Roland Prize, both highlighting his engagement in integrating academic scholarship with meaningful community service.

Research Interests

Awards

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Lloyd W. Dinkelspiel Award

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Miriam Aaron Roland Prize

Courses

CHPR 399 SOC 392 CHPR 290 CHPR 299 PEDS 299 PEDS 280 SOC 391 SOC 390 PEDS 399 EDUC 140 PEDS 370 SOC 395 URBANST 199 SOC 196 PEDS 199 SOC 191 SOC 190 SOC 192

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
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  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
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Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.