Dr. Xueyin Zhang

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Xueyin (Snow) Zhang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of California, Berkeley, holding a Ph.D. from Princeton University. Her primary research interests include formal epistemology, philosophy of probability, and decision theory. Beyond her theoretical work, she is also interested in Chinese philosophy. Currently, her research focuses on rational belief revision, judgment aggregation, and the logic of conditionals. These subjects are crucial for understanding how individuals process information and make decisions under uncertainty. In her teaching, she covers courses such as Probability & Induction and engages students in deep philosophical inquiries regarding metaphysics and epistemology.

Research Interests

Formal Epistemology Philosophy of Probability Decision Theory Chinese Philosophy

Courses

Probability & Induction Graduate Seminar: Metaphysics Epistemology

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.