Dr. Louis Gomez

Professor

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Biography

Louis Gomez is a distinguished professor at the UCLA School of Education & Information Studies, holding the MacArthur Foundation Chair in Digital Media & Learning from 2011 to 2016. His academic journey began with a B.A. in Psychology from the State University of New York at Stony Brook, followed by a Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of California, Berkeley in 1979. Over the years, Professor Gomez has contributed significantly to educational reform and policy through various publications and research projects. His work often centers around networked improvement communities in education and the integration of digital media in learning environments. He has edited several influential texts and has authored various papers that tackle complex educational challenges. Gomez's interests lie in enhancing science education and exploring the roles of for-profit providers in K-12 education. His research aims to bridge the gap between educational theory and practice by fostering strategic partnerships among educators, researchers, and policymakers.

Research Interests

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.