Dr. Olivia Chi

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Olivia Chi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies at Boston University’s Wheelock College of Education and Human Development. Her research focuses on the application of quantitative methods to study the economics of education, with a particular emphasis on teacher labor markets and measures of teacher quality. She is affiliated with the Wheelock Educational Policy Center (WEPC), where her contributions have significantly impacted policy discussions. Olivia's scholarly work has been published in various peer-reviewed journals, including the Journal of Policy Analysis and Management, Educational Evaluation and Policy Analysis, Education Finance and Policy, and Educational Researcher. Prior to her current role, she taught elementary grades in New Haven, Connecticut, which enriched her understanding of the challenges faced by educators and students alike. Olivia holds a PhD in Education with a focus on Education Policy and Program Evaluation from Harvard University, an EdM in Education Policy Management from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and an AB in Economics and Public Policy from Brown University. She offers courses on Teacher Leadership and School Leader Policy in the K-12 sector, equipping future leaders with the necessary skills to navigate and utilize research evidence effectively.

Research Interests

Courses

Teacher Leadership School Leader Policy K-12 Sector Understanding Using Research Evidence

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.