Dr. John Kastellec

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Biography

John Kastellec is a Professor of Politics at Princeton University and serves as the Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Politics. His research focuses on American political institutions, particularly judicial politics and the Supreme Court, including nominations and confirmations. Kastellec has authored a forthcoming book titled 'Making the Supreme Court: The Politics of Appointments, 1930-2020' with Charles Cameron, to be published by Oxford University Press in 2023. His published research appears in several leading journals, including the American Political Science Review and the Journal of Politics. He earned his B.A. from Georgetown University in 2000, followed by an M.A. in 2004 and a Ph.D. in 2009 from Columbia University.

Research Interests

Courses

Conducting Independent Research

Requirements for Princeton University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:27
IELTS
Speaking
Required:8
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or science Strong background in mathematics, materials, physics, or related engineering
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are not accepted. Ph.D. is the primary degree; students are not required to hold an M.S.E. prior to admission.