Dr. Hunt Allcott

Professor

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Biography

Hunt Allcott is a Professor in the Doerr School of Sustainability at Stanford University. He serves as the co-director of the Stanford Environmental Energy Policy Analysis Center. His research encompasses various aspects of environmental policy and economics, drawing on his extensive experience as a research associate with the National Bureau of Economic Research. Additionally, he is an affiliate at ideas42 and the Poverty Action Lab, contributing to research initiatives aimed at improving economic outcomes for low-income populations. Allcott is also a member of the board of editors for the American Economic Journal: Economic Policy, where he actively participates in shaping policy discourse within the field. His academic work emphasizes the intersection of behavioral economics and public policy, with a particular focus on how information influences decision-making in environmental contexts.

Research Interests

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.