Dr. Thomas Fingar

Instructor

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Biography

Thomas Fingar is a lecturer at the Walter H. Shorenstein Asia Pacific Research Center, part of the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies at Stanford University. He has held various significant positions in the U.S. government, including serving as deputy director of national intelligence for analysis and chairman of the National Intelligence Council. His extensive experience also includes roles in the State Department, where he was the assistant secretary for the Bureau of Intelligence and Research, and has been involved in intelligence analysis focused on key international relationships. Fingar is a recognized authority on China policy and has authored several influential books on intelligence and national security, highlighting his research interests in foreign policy, economic, and security interactions across countries. He began his career as a China specialist and has spent over two decades shaping analytic work on international relations.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

— Present

Walter H. Shorenstein Asia Pacific Research Center • Stanford University

Engaged in teaching and research at the Asia Pacific Research Center, focusing on international relations and intelligence analysis.

Awards

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Oksenberg-Rohlen Distinguished Fellow

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Payne Distinguished Lecturer

Courses

INTLPOL 299 EASTASN 300 INTNLREL 189

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.