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Computer Science

University of Southern California

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Overview

USC Viterbi’s MS in Computer Science uses holistic review. The program requires transcripts and a personal statement, does not request a portfolio, does not have a program-wide minimum GPA, and does not require GRE scores for 2027 applications; international applicants must meet USC English-proficiency requirements.

Admission criteria

PortfolioLow

No portfolio is requested in the application requirements; USC Viterbi reviews transcripts, the personal statement, and test scores instead.

Bar to clear: Not used by this program

Statement of PurposeHigh

Required and used to assess your reasons for applying, preparation for the field, study interests, future career plans, and motivation for graduate study.

Bar to clear: Required personal statement

Academics & GPAHigh

The program uses holistic review and explicitly says there is no formula or minimum GPA; it looks for strong quantitative ability and success in prerequisite coursework relevant to the major.

Bar to clear: No official minimum GPA; strong prerequisite coursework

Test scoresMedium

GRE is not required for 2027 applications, but international applicants must submit English-proficiency scores; USC says complete applications are reviewed regardless of TOEFL/IELTS scores.

Bar to clear: TOEFL 90+ or IELTS 6.5+ for master's English proficiency; GRE not required