Dr. Sara Achour

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sara Achour is an Assistant Professor jointly appointed in the Department of Computer Science and the Department of Electrical Engineering at Stanford University. She earned her PhD in Computer Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 2021. Her research focuses on developing new techniques and tools, particularly in programming languages, compilers, and runtime systems that enable end-users to easily create computations that leverage emerging computing platforms, exhibiting analog behaviors. As part of her teaching and advising roles, she guides doctoral and master's students through their research projects, ensuring they are equipped to tackle complex challenges in the field. Achour is known for her commitment to fostering a collaborative academic environment and advancing the capabilities of computational technologies through her innovative academic contributions.

Research Interests

Courses

CS 104 CS 295 CS 349H EE 349 CS 499 CS 499P CS 390A CS 390B CS 390C CS 399 CS 399P CS 199 CS 199P EE 300 CS 390D CS 192 CS 191 EE 191 EE 391 CS 195 CS 191W

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.