Dr. Farshad Rajabipour

Professor

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Biography

Farshad Rajabipour is the Department Head and John Harriette Shaw Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Penn State University. His research focuses on sustainable infrastructure, particularly in the area of geotechnical materials engineering and concrete materials. Throughout his career, he has published numerous articles in prestigious engineering journals, contributing significantly to the understanding of materials used in civil engineering. Rajabipour's work often involves the application of machine learning techniques to advance concrete science. He has received multiple awards for his research contributions, including the Outstanding Research Award from the Penn State Engineering Alumni Society in 2021. His dedication to academic excellence is reflected in his ambition to integrate education and research and prepare future engineers to tackle challenges in the field of civil and environmental engineering. Rajabipour leads various projects aimed at enhancing the sustainability and performance of concrete in construction applications, emphasizing the importance of materials that meet modern infrastructure demands.

Research Interests

Experience

Department Head

2021-01-01 — Present

Pennsylvania State University • University Park, PA

Leading the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, overseeing academic programs and research initiatives.

Awards

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Outstanding Research Award

2021-01-01

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
  • Official Transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.