Dr. Frank Wolak

Professor

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Biography

Frank Wolak is a Professor in the Department of Economics and the Director of the Program on Energy and Sustainable Development at Stanford University. His research and teaching focus on the design, performance, and monitoring of energy and environmental markets. He has served as Chair of the Market Surveillance Committee for the California Independent System Operator and is a member of the Emissions Market Advisory Committee for California's greenhouse gas emissions allowances. His ongoing projects include field experiments assessing the effectiveness of information provision to households regarding their energy consumption, particularly in Mexico and Singapore, aiming to evaluate the impact of informational interventions on consumer behavior and energy bills.

Research Interests

Courses

ECON 370 ECON 156L ECON 256L EARTHSYS 297 ECON 139D ECON 239D ECON 199D ECON 299

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.