Dr. Scott Imberman

Professor

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Biography

Scott Imberman is a professor and the director of graduate studies at Michigan State University, holding a secondary appointment in the College of Education. His research primarily focuses on the intersection of education, labor, and health economics. He has written extensively on topics such as school choice, teacher incentives, education for students with disabilities, gifted education, and the recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. His work has been published in prestigious journals including the American Economic Review, American Economic Journal – Economic Policy, and Educational Evaluation and Policy Analysis. Imberman actively engages in research that informs policy decisions, aiming to improve educational outcomes and economic opportunities for diverse populations.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-08-01 — Present

Michigan State University • East Lansing, MI

Full-time faculty member serving in multiple academic roles.

Department Chair

2020-08-01 — Present

Department of Economics, College of Social Science • East Lansing, MI

Oversees department functioning and academic leadership.

Faculty Program Coordinator

— Present

College of Education • East Lansing, MI

Coordinates programs and initiatives related to education.

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology