Dr. Stephen Haber

Professor

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Biography

Stephen Haber is the A.A. Jeanne Welch Milligan Professor and a Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University. He also holds a courtesy appointment as a Professor of History and Political Science. His research focuses on the world distribution of income and the factors influencing it, exploring topics within economics, history, and political science. Haber has authored five books and edited six, with his recent publications examining the development of patent systems and the impact of governmental regulatory policies on banking competition. He employs machine learning methods to analyze ecological conditions affecting economic development over time. With a career spanning decades, Haber has been a notable figure in the academic community at Stanford since 1987, serving in various academic and administrative roles, including Associate Dean of Social Sciences. He has received multiple teaching awards for his excellence in pedagogy and contributions to undergraduate research.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1987-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Teaching and researching topics in Political Science, History, and Economics.

Senior Fellow

2001-01-01 — Present

Hoover Institution • Stanford, CA

Researching economic policy and history.

Awards

#1

Jonathan R. Hughes Prize for Excellence in Teaching

2013-01-01
#1

Walter J. Gores Award for Excellence in Teaching

2012-01-01
#1

Premio Manuel Espinosa Yglesias

2012-01-01
#1

Phi Beta Kappa Teaching Prize

2012-01-01
#1

Allan V. Cox Medal for Faculty Excellence in Fostering Undergraduate Research

2009-01-01

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.