USC Viterbi | Prospective Students

Master's Programs

Doctoral Programs

Executive Education

Explore our 13 doctoral (PhD) programs in
engineering and computer science offered at
the USC Viterbi School of Engineering

Explore our 70+ master's programs in
engineering and computer science offered at the
USC Viterbi School of Engineering

Designed for non-degree seeking
professionals and organizations

Application Deadlines

MASTER'S PROGRAMS

Spring 2025 Semester

September 1, 2024

Fall 2025 Semester

December 15, 2024

DOCTORAL PROGRAMS

Fall 2025 Semester

December 15, 2024

Master's & Doctoral Programs

The Viterbi School of Engineering is one of the oldest professional schools on the USC campus and ranked amongst top graduate schools for engineering & computer science by U.S. News & World Report.

DEN@Viterbi is consistently ranked in the Top 10 for the Best Online Graduate Engineering Program - across 40+ degree programs - and Top 10 in Best Online Graduate Computer Information Technology (Computer Science) Program by U.S. News and World Report (2024).

Learn more about deadlines for specific graduate programs, including guidelines for submitting an application. Visit Application Information & Steps

Have a question about applying? View our available Degree Options

Upcoming Events

IN-PERSON @USC

VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSIONS

GENERAL APPLICATION INFORMATION

Online webinars are held throughout the year via Zoom and hosted by Viterbi School representatives. Webinars are designed for prospective students to learn more about:

Master's & Ph.D. Programs
Application Requirements
Tuition & Funding

There will also be ample time for questions.

Webinars: Graduate Engineering Programs

Date/Time	Topic	Registration
Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 9:00 AM PT	Master's & PhD Programs in Engineering and Computer Science	Register Here!
Monday, November 11, 2024 at 4:00 PM PT	Master's & PhD Programs in Engineering and Computer Science	Register Here!
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 9:00 AM PT	Master's & PhD Programs in Engineering and Computer Science	Register Here!

Webinars are held ONLINE throughout the year using WebEx technology. All that is needed to participate is a computer with internet access. These 1-hour information sessions are designed to introduce the Viterbi School of Engineering, online graduate engineering programs, application requirements and procedures. USC representatives will be on-hand to answer questions.

**Please note, webinar event times are listed in PT (Pacific Time) - to determine your local time, you may use the Time Zone Converter.

Date/Time	Topic	Registration	Password
Thurs, Oct 17, 2024 @ 6pm PDT	DEN@Viterbi Info Session	Register Now	1Trojans
Weds, Oct 23, 2024 @ 12pm PDT	How to Apply	Register Now	1Trojans

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Published on February 23rd, 2017Last updated on August 15th, 2024