Dr. John Friedman

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Biography

John N. Friedman is the Vascellaro Family Dean of the Thomas J. Watson School of International and Public Affairs and the Briger Family Distinguished Professor of Economics and International and Public Affairs. His work focuses on the determinants and causal effects of admissions processes at highly selective private colleges, exploring how societal diversification can shape educational leadership and access. Friedman has collaborated with prominent researchers such as Raj Chetty and David J. Deming, contributing to important discussions on economic opportunity and social mobility through rigorous empirical studies. His academic contributions are vital in understanding the intersection between economics and public policy.

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Requirements for Brown University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Economics or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Economics