Dr. Jonah Levy

Professor

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Biography

Jonah D. Levy is a Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of California, Berkeley. He teaches courses on comparative political economy, welfare policy, French West European politics, and the politics of dystopian novels. His 2023 publication, 'Contested Liberalization: Historical Legacies Contemporary Conflict France,' published by Cambridge University Press, explores contentious politics surrounding economic liberalization in France. In 2025, he will publish 'Rethinking Economic Liberalization' with Edward Elgar, focusing on the progressive opportunities afforded by liberalizing reforms. Levy has received recognition for his excellence in teaching, including the Phi Beta Kappa award and selection as the Professor of the Year by the Undergraduate Political Science Association at UC Berkeley.

Research Interests

Political Economy Western Europe France Globalization Welfare State Economic Liberalization Industrial Policy

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA

Teaches courses in comparative political economy, welfare policy, and French West European politics.

Awards

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Phi Beta Kappa

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Professor of the Year

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
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  • Unofficial Transcripts
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  • Course and Textbook List
Specialization Notes

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