Dr. Richard Kaplan

Professor

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Biography

Richard L. Kaplan is the Guy Raymond Jones Chair at the College of Law at the University of Illinois. He is a prominent figure in the field of law, specializing in various areas such as Accounting Law, Elder Law, Health Law, Income Tax, and Retirement Plans including ERISA. Kaplan has contributed significantly to discussions on the legal implications of Social Security benefits and the effects of recent tax reforms on retirement planning. His expertise is often sought in media, where he comments on the complexities of law that affect older adults and their retirement planning. Kaplan holds a J.D. from Yale University and a B.S. from Indiana University. He is actively engaged in educating and informing both students and the public about contemporary legal issues affecting retirees and pensioners.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Illinois • Champaign, IL

Holder of the Guy Raymond Jones Chair at the College of Law specializing in various domains including elder law and tax.

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for admission to all graduate programs in Statistics. Full status admission requires higher language scores than limited status.