Diversity at the Viterbi School of Engineering
Interested in Advancing Your Education and Career?
We invite you to explore the ways in which the USC Viterbi School of Engineering supports students from diverse backgrounds and populations. We also look forward to meeting many of you at the upcoming diversity conferences and recruitment fairs where you can learn more about our M.S., Ph.D and Summer Research opportunities!
Through our world-class faculty, rich academic programs, stellar student services and mentoring resources, we are committed to attracting, retaining, training, and graduating our outstanding students. We seek to aid in the training engineering professionals and equip them with a specialized skill set that is best suited to discover, integrate, and adapt to new knowledge and experiences as the technology, culture, and needs of the global society continue to evolve.
We are proud of our diverse community and strive to ensure that all members of our community experience equity, access and opportunity–both in and out of the classroom. Our faculty and staff are dedicated to supporting and promoting the diversity and inclusion of all students.
Upcoming Webinars
| Date/Time | Topic | Registration |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 4:00 PM Pacific Standard Time | Application Q&A: Master's & PhD Programs in Engineering and Computer Science | View Recording |
Meet USC Viterbi at these Fall & Spring conferences and events
- University of New Mexico McNair Research Conference from September 5 - 6
- Tapia Conference from September 18 - 20
- MKN McNair Heartland Research Conference on September 20
- GEM Conference from September 26 - 28
- Grace Hopper Celebration from October 8 - 10
- Atlanta University Center Consortium Graduate Fair on October 10
- CA Forum on Diversity on October 19
- Society of Women Engineers Convention from October 25 - 26
- Florida International McNair Scholars Conference from October 28 – 28
- Society for Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science Convention from October 31 – November 1
- Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers from October 31 – November 2
- Great Minds in Stem on November 9
- S-STEM Scholars Conference from November 8 - 9
- CSU@USC Funding Webinar on February 19
- National Society of Black Engineers Convention from March 5 - 9
- University of Maryland McNair Conference on March 14
Fellowships and Progams
GEM Fellowship:
Funding for historically marginalized students pursuing Master's and Doctoral programs - Learn about USC's GEM Program here!
Emerging Leaders Scholarship:
Merit-based Master's scholarships
Graduate Fellowships for STEM Diversity (GFSD):
To increase the number of American citizens with graduate degrees in STEM fields, emphasizing recruitment of a diverse applicant pool
Viterbi Graduate STEP Workshop:
A 2-day workshop on USC's campus to encourage students to pursue advanced degrees in engineering or computer science.
CSU@USC Visit Day:
Graduate visitation program for Cal State University students
Student Organizations
USC NSBE members celebrate being named the nation’s best chapter. (Photo/Courtesy of Shana Douglass)
USC Diversity Resources
Student Spotlight
Name: Emily Anne Vargas
Program: Ph.D Materials Science
Name: Charles Bickham
Program: Ph.D Computer Science
Name: Diamond Mangrum
Program: Ph.D Biomedical Engineering
