Dr. Paul Harrison

Professor

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Biography

Paul Harrison is the George Edwin Burnell Professor of Religious Studies at Stanford University, where he also holds a courtesy appointment in the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures. He has been actively involved in teaching and mentoring students at various levels, contributing significantly to the academic community. His research interests include the rhetorical uses of complexity in Mahayana Sutras, contributing to the fields of religious studies and philosophy. Harrison has served in various academic capacities, including as a doctoral dissertation reader and postdoctoral faculty sponsor, reflecting his commitment to fostering the next generation of scholars.

Research Interests

Religious Studies Mahayana Sutras

Courses

RELIGST 390 RELIGST 199 RELIGST 389 RELIGST 392 RELIGST 385 RELIGST 388 RELIGST 297 CLASSICS 274 CLASSICS 374 RELIGST 273 RELIGST 373 CLASSICS 374G RELIGST 373G RELIGST 50 RELIGST 252 RELIGST 352 RELIGST 351 RELIGST 232 RELIGST 332 RELIGST 210 RELIGST 310

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
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  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
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Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.