Dr. Sheel Ganatra

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Biography

Sheel Ganatra is a Professor of Mathematics at the University of Southern California. He earned his Ph.D. in Mathematics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in June 2012, after completing his A.B. and M.S. in Mathematics and Computer Science respectively at Harvard University in June 2006. He has held several prominent academic positions, including the NSF Postdoctoral Fellow at Stanford University from 2013 to 2016 and Szegö Assistant Professor at Stanford in 2012-2013. Ganatra's research primarily focuses on Symplectic Topology, Floer Theory, Noncommutative Geometry, and Mirror Symmetry. He was also a member at the Institute for Advanced Study in Fall 2016. His commitment to research has led to significant contributions in his field, and he actively engages with students through teaching and mentoring.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Fellow

2013-01-01 — 2016-12-31

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Conducted advanced research in mathematical topics while providing support to undergraduate students.

Assistant Professor

2012-01-01 — 2013-12-31

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Held a position focusing on research and instruction in Mathematics.

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
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  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.