Dr. Nick Troccoli

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Biography

Nick Troccoli is a Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at Stanford University, starting his full-time role in Fall 2018 after graduating with a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Computer Science from Stanford in 2016 and 2018, respectively. With a focus on Systems at the undergraduate level and Artificial Intelligence at the graduate level, Nick has contributed significantly to the learning experience of students through various teaching roles. He has taught courses such as CS106X, CS107, CS110, and CS111 and has been actively involved in mentoring undergraduates as a Section Leader for the CS 198 Section Leading Program. Additionally, he served as a Course Assistant in CS 181 and was Head Teaching Assistant for CS 106A and CS 106B. His dedication to teaching has been recognized with honors, including being named to the Tau Beta Pi Teaching Honor Roll in 2022, 2024, and 2025, as well as receiving the Forsythe Teaching Award and the Centennial TA Award for excellence in teaching in 2017. His commitment to fostering an engaging and supportive educational environment is evident in his teaching and leadership roles.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

2018-09-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Full-time lecturer in the Department of Computer Science, teaching various undergraduate and graduate courses.

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.