Dr. Yilmaz Kocer

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Biography

Yilmaz Kocer is an Assistant Professor of Economics at USC Dornsife. His research focuses on Bounded Rationality, Behavioral Economics, Microeconomic Theory, and Game Theory. He completed his Ph.D. in Economics at New York University in September 2010. Following his doctorate, Kocer was an Associate Research Scholar at Princeton University from 2010 to 2011. His work delves into the nuances of decision-making processes under uncertainty and the implications of human behavior on economic models. He is a part of the academic community that seeks to understand how psychological factors influence economic decision-making. With a commitment to teaching and research, he actively contributes to the field of economics and engages with students to foster a deeper understanding of economic theories and their real-world applications.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Teaching courses in economics and conducting research in behavioral and microeconomic theory.

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
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

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