Dr. Rodolfo Mendoza Denton

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Biography

Rodolfo Mendoza-Denton is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of California, Berkeley. He earned his Ph.D. from Columbia University. His research primarily focuses on Intergroup Relations, Stigma, Prejudice, Culture, and Education. His work is situated within the domain of Social-Personality Psychology and he is actively involved in teaching and supervising students in various psychology courses, including supervised independent study and research. Mendoza-Denton leads the Relationships Social Cognition Lab, where he investigates the complexities of social relationships through the lenses of stigma and prejudice. His contributions to the field of psychology are significant, particularly in understanding how cultural perceptions influence social interactions and educational environments.

Research Interests

Intergroup Relations Stigma Prejudice Culture Education

Courses

Psychology 99 Psychology 167AC Psychology H195A Psychology H195B Psychology 197 Psychology 290I Psychology 290J Psychology 299 Psychology 300 Psychology 301

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.