Dr. Jonathan Levin

Professor

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Biography

Jonathan Levin is a distinguished economist and academic leader who became the thirteenth president of Stanford University on August 1, 2024. Prior to his presidency, Levin served as the Philip H. Knight Professor and Dean of the Stanford Graduate School of Business. He is recognized for his significant contributions to economics, with research that spans various topics including incentive contracts, game theory, e-commerce, and health insurance. His influential work has addressed organizational design, market dynamics, subprime lending, and empirical methods for studying imperfect competition. Levin's ongoing commitment to academic excellence and innovative leadership is reflected in his inauguration address as president, where he outlined his vision for the university's future.

Research Interests

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.