Dr. Julian Reif

Associate Professor

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Biography

Julian Reif is an Associate Professor in the Department of Finance at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he also serves as the Academic Director for Data Science Research Services. He completed his Ph.D. at the University of Chicago in 2012 and earned his Bachelor's degree in Economics, Summa Cum Laude, from Vanderbilt University in 2004. Since joining the University of Illinois, he has focused his research on economic implications of behavioral risk and environmental policies. His notable publications include works in American Economic Review and Environmental Energy Policy Economy, analyzing topics such as teenage driving mortality and air pollution, showcasing his expertise in econometrics and applied economics. Reif has received several honors including the Deloitte Scholar award and has been actively involved in grant-funded research on worksite wellness programs and the impacts of climate change on public health. He teaches courses on Big Data Analytics in Finance, equipping students with methodologies for independent research in data-rich environments.

Research Interests

Experience

Academic Director Data Science Research Services

— Present

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign • Champaign, IL

Overseeing initiatives related to data science and its applications in economic research.

Assistant Professor Finance

— Present

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign • Champaign, IL

Teaching courses and conducting research in finance and behavioral economics.

Lecturer Finance

— Present

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign • Champaign, IL

Instructing undergraduate courses in finance and foundational economic principles.

Senior Consultant

— Present

Bates White, LLC • Washington, D.C.

Provided consulting services in economic analysis and public policy.

Awards

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Deloitte Scholar

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RC Evans Data Analytics Scholar

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for admission to all graduate programs in Statistics. Full status admission requires higher language scores than limited status.