USC Viterbi | Prospective Students

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 2026 Semester:
September 1, 2025 (EXTENDED to October 1, 2025)

Fall 2026 Semester:
December 15, 2025 (For Scholarship Consideration)
January 15, 2026 (Final Deadline)

DOCTORAL PROGRAMS

Fall 2026 Semester:
December 15, 2025

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 Top Ranked for the Best Online Graduate Engineering Program - across 40+ degree programs, the Best Online Graduate Computer Information Technology (Computer Science) Program and the Best Electrical Engineering Program by U.S. News and World Report (2025).

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

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Upcoming Events

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.

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

Webinars: Graduate Engineering Programs

Date/Time	Topic	Registration
Tuesday, October 28 at 4:00 PM PT	Master's & PhD Programs in Engineering & Computer Science	Register Here!
Monday, November 3 at 6:00 PM PT	Master's & PhD Programs in Engineering & Computer Science	Register Here!
Thursday, November 13 at 9:00 AM PT	Master's & PhD Programs in Engineering & 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
Friday, November 7, 2025 @ 12:30pm PT	Preview Day - DEN Q&A and Tour Virtual Session	Register Now
Thurs, Nov 6, 2025 @ 12pm PT	How to Apply: 2026	Register Now
Monday, Nov 10, 2025 @ 12pm PT	U.S. Military & Veteran Prospective Students Information Session	Register Now
Thurs, Nov 13, 2025 @ 5pm PT	Limited Status: How to Get Started for Spring 2026	Register Now

Spotlight Series webinars are co-hosted by Viterbi School faculty and highlight unique programs at the USC Viterbi School.

**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
Thursday, Nov 6 @ 1pm PT	Systems Architecting & Engineering Graduate Programs w/ Prof. Azad Madni	Register Now

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Published on February 23rd, 2017Last updated on September 30th, 2025