Dr. Maria Garlock

Professor

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Biography

Maria Garlock is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Princeton University and serves as the Co-Director of the Program in Architecture Engineering. She is also the Interim Director of the Council on Science and Technology and is the Head of Forbes College. Her research areas focus on Urban Systems Resilience with specific interests in structural engineering, earthquake engineering, and innovative structural systems. Her work addresses the response of structures to large fires, the design of thin-shell concrete roof structures, and various challenges tied to tall-building design. Furthermore, she is involved in transferring technology related to innovative structural system forms and enhancing professional engineering practice.

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Requirements for Princeton University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:27
IELTS
Speaking
Required:8
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or science Strong background in mathematics, materials, physics, or related engineering
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are not accepted. Ph.D. is the primary degree; students are not required to hold an M.S.E. prior to admission.