Dr. Prasad Raghavendra

Professor

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Biography

Prasad Raghavendra is a professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences at the University of California, Berkeley. His research focuses on areas such as the theory of computation, which includes topics like approximation algorithms and semidefinite programming. Raghavendra has made significant contributions to understanding the complexity of constraint satisfaction problems and has published numerous influential papers in prestigious conferences such as STOC, SODA, and FOCS, among others. His work has advanced knowledge in algorithm design and analysis, particularly in relation to graph expansion and unique games conjectures. He completed his PhD in Computer Science Engineering at the University of Washington and has been recognized with various awards, including the Michael Sheila Held Prize.

Research Interests

Approximation Algorithms Semidefinite Programming Graph Theory Constraint Satisfaction Problems

Awards

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Michael Sheila Held Prize

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Michael Sheila Held Prize

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Michael Sheila Held Prize

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Michael Sheila Held Prize

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.