Dr. Gabriel Lenz

Professor

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Biography

Gabriel Lenz is a professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of California, Berkeley. His research focuses on democratic accountability and how voters can effectively hold politicians accountable. He has published a book with the University of Chicago Press and numerous articles in top academic journals such as the American Political Science Review, the Journal of Politics, and PNAS. His work explores areas such as elections, public opinion, and political psychology, contributing significantly to our understanding of the relationship between voters and political performance.

Research Interests

Elections Public Opinion Political Psychology Political Economy Interpersonal Violence

Courses

Selected Topics American Politics: Crime Democracy Emerging Research American Political Behavior Research Workshop

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.