Dr. Michael Christ

Professor

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Biography

Michael Christ is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Mathematics at the University of California, Berkeley. He was appointed in 1996 and retired in 2024. Christ has made significant contributions to the field of harmonic analysis, partial differential equations, and complex analysis. His work encompasses various complex topics including convolution inequalities and the behavior of nonlinear Schrödinger equations. Over his career, he has published numerous influential papers in prestigious journals, detailing his research on mathematical analysis and inequalities. He holds a B.S. from Harvey Mudd College (1977) and a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago (1982).

Research Interests

Harmonic Analysis Partial Differential Equations Complex Analysis

Requirements for University of California, Berkeley

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE Subject
Overall Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent Preparation comparable to undergraduate major at Berkeley in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics 2 full years lower-division work (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Multivariable Calculus) 8 one-semester upper-division courses (Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Graduate Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • C.V./Resume
  • Course and Textbook List
Specialization Notes

The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.