Dr. Joseph Bishop

Professor

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Biography

Joseph P. Bishop is the Executive Director and Co-Founder of the UCLA Center for Transformation Schools, where he leads research initiatives aimed at supporting school systems and policymakers. His work focuses on various areas, including school discipline, school climate, juvenile justice reform, and educational equity. Dr. Bishop has held multiple leadership positions in educational organizations, including the Learning Policy Institute and the National Opportunity to Learn Campaign. He is a former member of the California Postsecondary Education Commission and has been featured in notable media outlets such as National Public Radio and the Washington Post. His scholarship primarily explores topics such as policy implementation, early childhood education, and the dynamics of educational policy related to racial and social justice.

Research Interests

Experience

Executive Director & Co-Founder

2018-01-01 — Present

UCLA Center for Transformation Schools • Los Angeles, CA

Leading research initiatives to transform school systems and improve educational outcomes for marginalized youth.

Awards

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Co-PI

2024-01-01
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PI

2023-01-01
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Co-PI

2022-01-01

Requirements for University of California Los Angeles

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:160
Analytical Writing
Required:5
Overall
Required:5
TOEFL
Total
Required:87
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Strong background in Economics and Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • GRE General Test scores
Specialization Notes

Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.