Dr. Gary Bass

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Biography

Gary Bass is the William P. Boswell Professor of World Politics and Peace at Princeton University. He is the author of influential books including 'Judgment in Tokyo: The World War II Trial that Made Modern Asia,' 'Blood Telegram: Nixon, Kissinger, and a Forgotten Genocide,' and 'Freedom's Battle: The Origins of Humanitarian Intervention.' His work has garnered numerous accolades, including the Arthur Ross Book Award from the Council on Foreign Relations and being a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in General Nonfiction. His writings frequently appear in esteemed publications such as The New Yorker, The Washington Post, and Foreign Affairs. Bass has received Princeton’s highest teaching honor, the President’s Award for Distinguished Teaching, highlighting his commitment to education and engagement with students. He holds an A.B. from Harvard College and a Ph.D. from Harvard University, specializing in International Relations and Political Science.

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Professor

— Present

Princeton University • Princeton, NJ

Teaching and research in the fields of World Politics, International Affairs, and Peace.

Requirements for Princeton University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:27
IELTS
Speaking
Required:8
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or science Strong background in mathematics, materials, physics, or related engineering
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are not accepted. Ph.D. is the primary degree; students are not required to hold an M.S.E. prior to admission.