Dr. Matthew Gentzkow

Professor

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Biography

Matthew Gentzkow is the Landau Professor of Economics and a senior fellow at the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research. His research primarily focuses on the economics of media, the market for ideas, and the impact of information on consumer behavior. Gentzkow's work includes contributions to understanding how informed shoppers make purchasing decisions and the dynamics of brand premiums in the marketplace. He has taught various economics courses at Stanford, including advanced topics in microeconomics and economics of the media. Additionally, Gentzkow has served in various mentorship and academic advisor roles for doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, California

Teaching and conducting research in the field of economics.

Courses

ECON 355 ECON 220 ECON 139D ECON 239D ECON 199D ECON 299 ECON 258 ECON 47 ECON 255

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.