Dr. Martin Carnoy

Professor

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Biography

Martin Carnoy is a labor economist with a special interest in the political economy of educational systems. He specializes in comparative analysis within international education and has contributed significantly to the understanding of education quality across different countries. Carnoy has held positions as a Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor at the Graduate School of Education, Stanford University since 1968. His roles in various advisory committees and consulting for international organizations like the World Bank and UNESCO highlight his extensive experience in educational research. Carnoy's scholarly work focuses on econometric models for assessing education quality, particularly in Latin America and Southern Africa, alongside examining university financing in engineering and science education in countries such as China, India, and Russia. He is recognized as an influential figure in educational policy and has held leadership positions in prominent educational societies.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor of Education and Economics

— Present

Stanford Graduate School of Education • Stanford, California

Leading research and teaching in educational economics.

Associate Professor Education Economics

— Present

Stanford Graduate School of Education • Stanford, California

Focus on broad issues in education economics.

Assistant Professor Education Economics

— Present

Stanford Graduate School of Education • Stanford, California

Entry-level role contributing to educational economics.

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Vice-President

Courses

EDUC 306A EDUC 306B PUBLPOL 316 EDUC 404 EDUC 203 EDUC 480 EDUC 180 EDUC 490 EDUC 190 EDUC 140 EDUC 185 EDUC 470 EDUC 380

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.