Dr. Marc Rieffel

Professor

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Biography

Marc Rieffel is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of California, Berkeley. His research interests include Non-commutative Harmonic Analysis, Operator Algebras, and Quantum Geometry. He has made significant contributions to the fields of mathematics, particularly in the study of equivariant vector bundles and Dirac operators on compact homogeneous spaces. Rieffel has authored numerous publications, including works on Lipschitz extension constants, hyperbolic groups, and compact quantum metric spaces. He is recognized for his comprehensive and analytical approach to operator theory and mathematical physics, contributing to contemporary mathematical discourse and applications. Rieffel's work has been influential, showcasing the interplay between algebraic structures and geometric considerations in mathematics. He actively participates in academic discussions and continues to engage with emerging topics in his fields of expertise through teaching and research initiatives.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of California, Berkeley

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE Subject
Overall Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent Preparation comparable to undergraduate major at Berkeley in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics 2 full years lower-division work (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Multivariable Calculus) 8 one-semester upper-division courses (Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Graduate Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • C.V./Resume
  • Course and Textbook List
Specialization Notes

The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.