Dr. Rafael Bras

Professor

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Biography

Rafael Bras is the K. Harrison Brown Family Chair and Professor at the School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at Georgia Institute of Technology. He has an extensive background in the field of Water Resources and Hydrology, holding a Sc.D. in Water Resources Hydrology and multiple degrees in Civil Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). He has received numerous accolades for his contributions to the field, including the J. Drexel Exceptional Achievement Award from Drexel University and the James R. Killian Jr. Faculty Achievement Award from MIT. In addition to his academic achievements, Professor Bras has been recognized by various organizations; he is a Corresponding Member of the National Academy of Engineering in Mexico and has received the NASA Public Service Medal. His extensive work in hydrology and related fields has established him as a distinguished leader in environmental engineering and education. His leadership and service have earned him accolades that signify his impact in academia and his commitment to improving science education and research.

Research Interests

Awards

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J. Drexel Exceptional Achievement Award

2010-11-01
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National Academy Arts Sciences Puerto Rico

2009-01-01
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James R. Killian Jr. Faculty Achievement Award

2008-01-01
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Simon W. Freese Environmental Engineering Award Lecture

2008-01-01
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Horton Medal

2007-01-01
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AGU Hydrology Days Award

2006-03-01
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MIT Alumni Association Highest Award, Bronze Beaver Award

2005-09-01
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Corresponding Member

2003-01-01
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NASA Public Service Medal

2002-12-01
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Quality Education Minorities Mathematics, Science Engineering Network

2001-01-01
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Giants Science Award

2000-01-01
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Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Award

2000-02-01
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Albert Baez Jr. Award Outstanding Educator

2000-01-01
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Walter L. Huber Civil Engineering Research Prize

1993-01-01
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Horton Award

1981-01-01

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.