Dr. Richard Allen

Professor

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Biography

Richard Allen is the Class of 1954 Professor and Director of the Berkeley Seismological Laboratory at the University of California, Berkeley. His research interests focus on regional seismic structure dynamics, examining mantle upwelling processes and earthquake rupture mechanisms. He is also involved in seismic hazard mitigation and the development of earthquake early warning systems. Allen's work contributes to improving our understanding of seismic activities and enhances safety measures in seismically active regions. He has published numerous papers and is an active participant in advancing the field of Earth and Planetary Science.

Research Interests

Regional Seismic Structure Dynamics Mantle Upwelling Processes Earthquake Rupture Mechanisms Seismic Hazard Mitigation Earthquake Early Warning Systems

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.