Dr. Justin Grimmer

Professor

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Biography

Justin Grimmer is the Morris M. Doyle Centennial Professor of Public Policy at Stanford University and a Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution. His research primarily focuses on elections and representation, artificial intelligence, and data science. He is the Co-Director of the Democracy Polarization Lab, where he conducts evidence-based research in electoral processes and voter behavior. Grimmer has served as an advisor for Home Key, an AI-based real estate startup, and regularly testifies as an expert witness in litigation concerning election administration and allegations of voter fraud. He previously worked as a consultant for Meta, Inc., where he focused on the intersection of politics and technology. Grimmer’s expertise lies in applying analytical methods to understand complex political dynamics and improve the functioning of democratic institutions.

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.