Professor Dr. Robert Crosnoe

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Biography

Robert L. Crosnoe is a professor at the University of Texas at Austin, focusing on sociology and psychology within the College of Liberal Arts. His research primarily examines life course and human development, especially how children's and adolescents' health and psychosocial development affect educational trajectories and contribute to population-level inequalities related to race, social class, and immigration. His extensive involvement includes being a member of various research networks, such as the NICHD Early Child Care Research Network and serving as Deputy Editor for the Journal of Marriage and Family. Crosnoe has received accolades for his academic work, including early career awards from the Society for Research in Child Development. He has authored and contributed to several notable publications addressing early child care, development, and educational disparities, exemplifying his commitment to understanding and improving health and educational outcomes for children. He holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from Stanford University and has been actively involved in academic committees and editorial boards, making significant contributions to the fields of sociology and education.

Research Interests

Life Course Human Development Children & Youth Education Health Family Immigration Adolescents

Experience

Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

Leads research and teaching within the Departments of Psychology and Sociology.

Department Chair

— Present

University of Texas at Austin, Department of Sociology • Austin, TX

Oversees department operations and academic programs.

Awards

President’s Associates Award for Teaching Excellence

2015-01-01

Dad’s Association Centennial Teaching Award

2011-01-01

James S. Coleman Award for Best Paper

2010-01-01

Outstanding Reviewer Award

2010-01-01

Early Career Contributions Award

2007-01-01

Faculty Scholar Award

2004-01-01

Outstanding Early Career Contribution to Research and Teaching

2003-01-01

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement

Required:3

GRE General

TOEFL

Total

Required:79

IELTS

Overall

Required:6.5

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution

Application Checklist

Online application
Application fee
Official transcripts
Statement of Purpose
Three letters of recommendation
CV/Resume

Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.