Dr. Francisco Ramirez

Professor

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Biography

Francisco Ramirez is the Vida Jacks Professor of Education Emeritus at Stanford University's Graduate School of Education. His scholarly work emphasizes cross-national studies regarding the role of education in shaping world society and explores the influences of globalization on educational developments. He has focused on women's access to higher education, the interplay between education and human rights, and the dynamics of education's role in economic development. Ramirez has been supported by notable organizations such as the National Science Foundation and the Spencer Foundation for his research related to globalization and the challenges it poses for education and human rights. He received the Spencer Foundation Mentor Network award and has been recognized as a Fellow at the Center for Advanced Study in Behavioral Sciences. His appointment history includes significant roles at Stanford and San Francisco State University, where he contributed to the fields of sociology and education.

Research Interests

Higher Education International Comparative Education Leadership Organization Sociology

Experience

Professor Emeritus

1990-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, California

Engaged in advanced studies and research within the Graduate School of Education.

Assistant Professor-Professor

1973-01-01 — 1987-01-01

San Francisco State University • San Francisco, California

Provided instruction and conducted research in sociology.

Associate Professor

1987-01-01 — 1990-01-01

Stanford Graduate School of Education • Stanford, California

Taught courses related to education and sociology.

Awards

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Spencer Foundation Mentor Network award

2006-07-01
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Fellow

2006-07-01
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Honorary Fellow

Courses

EDUC 120C EDUC 220C SOC 130 SOC 230 EDUC 349 SOC 297 EDUC 387 SOC 311A SOC 291 SOC 290 SOC 292 SOC 392 EDUC 480 EDUC 180 EDUC 490 EDUC 190 SOC 391 SOC 390 EDUC 140 EDUC 185 EDUC 470 SOC 395 SOC 196 EDUC 380 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
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Specialization Notes

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