Dr. Mark Hayward

Professor

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Biography

Mark Hayward is a Professor at the University of Texas at Austin, where he serves as the Interim Director of the Population Research Center and is a faculty member in the Department of Sociology. His research primarily focuses on the influences of life course exposures and events on morbidity and mortality within adult populations. Hayward's work has highlighted how early-life conditions shape socioeconomic, racial, and gender disparities in adult health outcomes. His scholarship also addresses issues of social inequality and its health consequences, particularly in relation to marriage and widowhood. He has published extensively in leading academic journals and has served on various scientific advisory boards, including the National Institutes of Health and the National Academy of Sciences. With a strong background in sociology, Hayward holds a Ph.D. from Indiana University and has been involved in significant research initiatives related to population health data and inequality. His contributions to the field have earned him recognition, including serving as president of the Southern Demographic Association and chairing the Aging and Life Course section of the American Sociological Association.

Research Interests

Experience

Interim Director

2022-01-01 — Present

Population Research Center • University of Texas at Austin

Serves as the Interim Director overseeing research initiatives and academic programs.

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

Department of Sociology • University of Texas at Austin

Teaches courses and conducts research in the areas of sociology with a focus on population health.

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
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  • Three letters of recommendation
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Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.