Dr. Jay Zagorsky

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jay Zagorsky is a Clinical Associate Professor at Boston University Questrom School of Business, specializing in Markets, Public Policy, and Law. With decades of research focusing on topics related to personal wealth, he explores the factors that contribute to individuals becoming rich or poor and the impact of state mobility on wealth accumulation. His current work synthesizes findings from extensive research to present an accessible format for academic research on wealth. Zagorsky's research leverages data from the National Longitudinal Surveys, which track thousands of individuals from their teenage years into adulthood. Previously, he worked as a Research Scientist for 23 years at Ohio State University, investigating various education-related issues. In addition to academic research, he has authored numerous short pieces for magazines, newspapers, and online platforms, contributing significantly to TheConversation.com where he has written 115 articles read by millions. His teaching experience spans business and liberal arts colleges covering economics, statistics, and quantitative methods, where he has received excellent evaluations and various teaching awards. Zagorsky has also authored textbooks in macroeconomics and managerial economics.

Research Interests

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.