Dr. Robert Franzese

Professor

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Biography

Professor Robert Franzese specializes in political science, focusing on comparative politics and political economy. He holds a Ph.D. in Government, an A.M. in Government and Economics from Harvard University, and a B.A. from Cornell University, where he graduated with honors. His research encompasses empirical methodologies and complex interactions in political contexts, including multilevel and spatial econometric modeling. Over his career, he has produced a significant body of work, including numerous articles and book chapters, addressing themes such as conditionality and interdependence in political units. He is affiliated with the CES Program and is active in international comparative studies. His pedagogical agendas focus on innovative empirical methodologies and advancing research techniques within political science, particularly in the areas of comparative politics and political economy.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science