Dr. Sharon Inkelas

Professor

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Biography

Sharon Inkelas is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Linguistics at the University of California, Berkeley. She functions as the Deputy Chief Ethics, Risk and Compliance Officer, and serves as a Faculty Advisor for the Chancellor Compliance Community. Her research encompasses various areas of linguistic theory and practice, focusing particularly on phonology and morphology. Inkelas's work has contributed significantly to the understanding of language structure and its complexities, making her a highly regarded scholar in her field. As an educator, she is dedicated to mentoring students in linguistics and is known for her commitment to academic excellence and ethical research practices. Her involvement in compliance underscores her multifaceted role within the university, combining academic leadership with regulatory oversight.

Research Interests

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.