Application Guidelines

Application Guidelines

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THE APPLICATION WILL OPEN ON SEPTEMBER 19, 2022. 

2023 Deadline: November 30, 2022

GRE Requirement for 2023 admissions cycle has been waived

All CANDIDATES FOR ADMISSION MUST SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS IN COMPLETE FORM TO BE GIVEN FULL CONSIDERATION:

Online Application
Resume/CV
Research Statement
In a 2-3 page statement (single or double spaced), please provide the committee with background information and most importantly, the research agenda you wish to undertake in the program, spelling out the field specializations you would declare if admitted, and identifying 2-3 faculty with whom you are interested in working and why you would like to work with them.

Writing Sample
You should select the best representation of your writing and research capabilities. This should be a 15-30 page scholarly or critical paper that has been evaluated by a faculty or other authoritative group or body such as the editorial board of a journal or a selection committee. The paper should present a clearly articulated thesis, amply supported with creative and original ideas and evidence. The sample should be UPLOADED in the online application. DO NOT SEND HARD COPIES.

GRE Scores (Not required for 2023 admission)

TOEFL/IELTS Scores
Please see the Graduate Admissions Website for information on Language Proficiency Exam requirements.

Transcripts
You must request official transcripts from all institutions attended whether or not you received a degree from that school. This includes study abroad programs, community colleges attended, and all other institutions or educational programs taken after you graduated from high school. Note that your application is not complete until all transcripts are received and will not be reviewed. Please be sure to upload unofficial copies of your transcripts to your online application. Please send all official transcripts to the Graduate Admissions Office as instructed on the Graduate Admissions website.

Letters of Recommendation
All applicants must submit at least three letters of recommendation. While academic letters are preferred, you may seek professional recommendation letters in the cases where academic letters are not available.

APPLICATION DEADLINES FOR FALL 2023 ADMISSION: NOVEMBER 30, 2022

GRE Requirement has been waived for the 2023 admissions 

Online USC Application

November 30, 2022; Application fee is $90.00 (Fee waivers are available for eligible applicants. Please see Graduate Admission website for more details)

TOEFL Scores

November 30, 2022 (scores must be submitted no later than January 1st)

Letters of Recommendation

November 30, 2022

Official Transcripts

November 30, 2022

Writing Sample

November 30, 2022