Philip Oreopoulos

Philip Oreopoulos is a Professor (on leave) in the Department of Economics at the University of Toronto. His research focuses on Labour economics, Applied econometrics, and the Economics of education. Oreopoulos holds a Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, and has contributed to significant studies on education policy and student support programs. His work includes publications in top economics journals, such as the American Economic Review and the Journal of Political Economy. He is affiliated with the University of Toronto's Economics department and maintains a personal website for further information.

Philip Oreopoulos is an economist specializing in the Economics of Education. His research explores the impact of educational policies, interventions, and environments on student outcomes. Oreopoulos investigates how factors such as financial aid, information provision, and institutional characteristics influence college enrollment, academic performance, and long-term career trajectories. His work also examines the broader societal and intergenerational effects of education, including the role of compulsory schooling laws and neighborhood conditions. Through experimental and quasi-experimental methods, he evaluates the effectiveness of educational programs and services, with a focus on equity and access.