Each program page lists the materials it requires. Applying to more than one program? The FAQ explains how.

Find your Master's program (opens in a new tab) Applying to a second program (FAQ) (opens in a new tab)

Upload electronic or scanned copies of transcripts and degree documents issued by every college or university you attended. Submit them through the online application—do not mail or email them. This digital-only transcript upload policy is specific to Viterbi Master’s and PhD applicants.

• On university letterhead
• Include any separate grading scale (if applicable)
• Combine one file for each school, PDF recommended
• Not accepted: student-portal or “unofficial” copies

If admitted, you'll receive instructions for submitting final, hard-copy transcripts as part of the Degree Verification process.

Documents required by country (for studies outside the U.S.) (opens in a new tab)

Upload your CV/résumé and personal statement by following the instructions in the online application. Check your program page to see whether letters of recommendation are required or optional.

If required, your recommenders may upload their letters after you submit your application—so don’t wait for the letters before submitting.

International applicants only: Enter your scores (TOEFL, IELTS, etc.) in the application. You can add them, or new ones, after you submit.

The testing agency must also send your official scores to USC electronically.

GRE: not required for 2027 Master's applicants. GRE scores sent won't be reviewed.

• Accepted: TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, Cambridge C1 Advanced. At-home TOEFL and IELTS too.
• Not accepted: ETS iBT Best, Duolingo

Scores must come electronically from the testing service. Self-reported or mailed paper scores don't count for the final decision.

TOEFL, IELTS and PTE scores must be dated within two years of the date you submit your application.

English proficiency requirements (opens in a new tab)

You can add test scores later, and recommenders can send their letters after you submit. Your application will be reviewed once all required materials have been received.

Applying to two programs? You can apply to two Viterbi programs for one application fee, with a second-program fee waiver code. Applying to a second program (FAQ) (opens in a new tab)

Scholarships: Apply by the published scholarship consideration deadline, with your required materials, to be considered for Viterbi merit-based scholarships if admitted. Finalists may be asked for more information.

Master's scholarships (opens in a new tab) DEN@Viterbi scholarships (opens in a new tab)

Go to the application (opens in a new tab)

Include it on anything you mail and in every message to USC.

It's not your CAS ID. That one comes when you start your application, is only for technical support and isn't issued by the university.