Dr. Gerald Oettinger

Associate Professor

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Biography

Gerald Oettinger is an Associate Professor and Associate Department Chair in the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Texas at Austin. He holds a Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. His teaching and research encompass various aspects of economics, with a focus on microeconomic theory, and he has played a significant role in shaping the curriculum in the field. Oettinger teaches multiple courses including Microeconomic Theory and specialized seminars that explore the intersections of economics with gender, race, and ethnicity. He has a rich background in academic instruction and is actively involved in supervising teaching within the Sociology department. His academic contributions are well-recognized in the field, and he continues to engage with students in both classroom and online settings, adapting his teaching methods to contemporary educational practices.

Research Interests

Courses

ECO 420K • Microeconomic Theory SOC 398T • Supervisory Teaching in Sociology ECO 330T • Economics: Gender/Race/Ethnicity

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.