Dr. John Macfarlane

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Biography

John MacFarlane is a Professor of Philosophy at the University of California, Berkeley. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Pittsburgh. His primary research interests lie in the philosophy of language and philosophical logic, with related issues in metaphysics and epistemology. He also maintains a secondary interest in ancient philosophy. MacFarlane has authored several significant works including 'Assessment Sensitivity: Relative Truth and its Applications' published by Oxford University Press in 2014 and 'Philosophical Logic: A Contemporary Introduction' released by Routledge in 2021. In addition, he has written numerous articles exploring various facets of philosophy, particularly focusing on how language influences our understanding of reason and knowledge.

Research Interests

Philosophy of Language Philosophical Logic Metaphysics Epistemology Ancient Philosophy

Requirements for University of California, Berkeley

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE Subject
Overall Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent Preparation comparable to undergraduate major at Berkeley in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics 2 full years lower-division work (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Multivariable Calculus) 8 one-semester upper-division courses (Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Graduate Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • C.V./Resume
  • Course and Textbook List
Specialization Notes

The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.