Dr. Michael Christoffersen

Instructor

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Biography

Michael Christoffersen is a research scientist within the School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at Georgia Institute of Technology. He holds a Master of Science in Geophysics from the University of Alaska Fairbanks, obtained in 2024, and two Bachelor of Science degrees in Geological Sciences and Computer Science from the University of Texas at Austin, completed in 2019. His research focuses on geophysical instrumentation, digital signal processing, and inverse methods, contributing to advancements in understanding various aspects of the Earth’s systems. He is particularly interested in the fields of Space & Planetary Science, Solid Earth Sciences, and Cryospheric Science, aligning with current scientific challenges and technological developments in these disciplines.

Research Interests

Requirements for Georgia Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in computer science or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science: GRE scores are optional for Fall 2026.