Dr. Ekédi Mpondo Dika

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ekédi Mpondo-Dika is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of California, Berkeley. His research focuses on the intersections of emotions and social issues, including poverty and mental health. He explores how personal relationships affect individuals' emotional well-being and their ability to navigate social challenges. Mpondo-Dika's work contributes to a deeper understanding of how emotional experiences are intertwined with social structures and economic variables. He is dedicated to advancing knowledge in these fields through teaching and empirical research.

Research Interests

Emotions Poverty Family Personal Relationships Mental Health

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.