Dr. Ryan Brutger

Associate Professor

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Biography

Ryan Brutger is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of California, Berkeley. He earned his Ph.D. in the department of Politics at Princeton University. Prior to joining Berkeley, he served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania. His research interests broadly encompass international relations and foreign policy, with a focus on international political economy, international law, international security, and political psychology. He investigates the interplay of domestic politics with international negotiations and cooperation. Before returning to academia, he held the position of Director at the Association of Academic Health Centers, where he concentrated on international research operations. He also worked at Sidley Austin LLP, where he led as a legal assistant on Airbus-Boeing WTO disputes and other cases related to antidumping, countervailing duties, and trade remedies.

Research Interests

Courses

Pipeline Initiative Political Science (PIPS) (1-unit, PNP)

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.