Dr. Marcus Winters

Professor

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Biography

Marcus Winters is a Professor and Chair of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies at Boston University’s Wheelock College of Education & Human Development. He serves as the Faculty Director of the Wheelock Educational Policy Center, where his research primarily focuses on educational policy, particularly the impact of school choice, accountability measures, and policies affecting teacher quality. Winters has contributed extensively to academic literature, with articles published in prestigious journals such as the Journal of Public Economics, Journal of Policy Analysis and Management, and Educational Researcher. Additionally, he has written for numerous popular media outlets, including the Wall Street Journal and the Washington Post. Winters holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Arkansas, as well as a Master’s in Economics, and a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Ohio University. His work emphasizes the importance of quality teachers and leaders in education, advocating for effective policies that enhance educational outcomes for students.

Research Interests

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
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Specialization Notes

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.