Dr. Robert Maccoun

Professor

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Biography

Robert MacCoun is a Professor at Stanford University, where he holds various roles including Senior Associate Vice Provost for Research, James Patricia Kowal Professor, and is a Senior Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies. His research spans the intersection of psychology, law, and social science, focusing on topics such as decision-making under uncertainty, public policy, and the role of psychology in law. MacCoun’s significant contributions to the field have been recognized with prestigious awards, including the Open Science Champion Prize from the Center for Open Reproducible Science in 2024, and the James McKeen Cattell Fellow Award for lifetime contributions to psychology from the Association for Psychological Science in 2019. Throughout his career, MacCoun has served as an editor for key journals in his field and has been involved in various advisory committees and professional organizations, further showcasing his commitment to advancing the integration of psychological science within legal contexts and public policy.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Teaching and conducting research at Stanford University in the field of psychology and law.

Awards

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Open Science Champion Prize

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James McKeen Cattell Fellow Award

Courses

LAW 7517 LAW 7846 LAW 7510 LAW 7501 LAW 242B LAW 3518

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.