Dr. Ellen Markman

Professor

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Biography

Ellen Markman is the IBM Provostial Professor in the Department of Psychology at Stanford University. Her research interests encompass relationship language, thought, early word learning, categorization induction, theories of mind, pragmatics, implicit theories, conceptual change, and effective interventions in health domains. With a deep commitment to teaching and mentoring, she has served in various administrative positions including Senior Associate Dean for Social Sciences and Faculty Athletics Representative at Stanford. Markman has a long history of academic appointments and has contributed to significant committees, including the National Research Council's Committee on National Needs for Biomedical and Behavioral Scientists. Throughout her career, she has been recognized with many awards, such as the William James Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Psychological Society and election to the National Academy of Sciences. Markman’s influence extends beyond academia as she actively participates in boards and panels that shape the future of psychological research and education.

Research Interests

Courses

PSYCH 211 (Winter) PSYCH 243 (Winter) PSYCH 198 (Autumn, Winter) PSYCH 275 (Autumn, Winter, Spring, Summer) PSYCH 299 (Winter) PSYCH 281 (Autumn, Winter, Spring, Summer) PSYCH 194 (Autumn, Winter, Spring, Summer) PSYCH 195 (Autumn, Winter, Spring, Summer)

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
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

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