Dr. John Carson

Associate Professor

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Biography

John Carson is an Associate Professor at the University of Michigan's Department of History, with expertise in U.S. intellectual and cultural history, science, and human sciences. He holds a Ph.D. from Princeton University, earned in 1994. His research interests encompass Early America, law and society, and the historical implications of science and technology within American culture. Carson's scholarly contributions include significant publications focusing on the intersections between merit, intelligence, and societal structures in both American and French contexts during the 19th and 20th centuries. Notable works such as 'Measure Merit' reveal the evolving understanding of meritocracy and its societal implications throughout history. His teaching integrates these themes, fostering a comprehensive understanding of how historical narratives shape contemporary thought and policy.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science