1.Statement of purpose
This is typically two pages in length, double-spaced, and about your interest
in Economics.
2.GRE scores
We accept GRE scores that are no more than 5 years old. We like to see
applicants with at least 150 on the verbal section and 151 on the quantitative
section. Most of our admitted students have received scores well beyond that
threshold so please keep that in mind. We do not accept the GMAT. Our ETS
department code is 1801 and USC (school code) is 4852.
3.Transcripts
USC must receive sealed and official transcripts from your respective
university. They must be sent directly to USC Graduate Admissions, not to the
Department of Economics. For international students, you must send both your
original language and English language transcripts. The address is:
University of Southern California
USC Office of Graduate Admission
3601 South Flower Street, Room 112
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0915
If sending your transcripts via courier service, such as DHL or FedEx, please
use the following address:
University of Southern California
USC Office of Graduate Admission and Financial Aid
3601 South Flower Street, Tyler 112
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0915
Phone: (213) 740-1111
4.Three Letters of Recommendation
We’d like to see at least two the letters be from academic references.
5. English Proficiency Requirements
We accept both the TOEFL and IELTS examinations. Students must receive at
least a composite score of 7 on the IELTS and 100 on the TOEFL.