Admissions
Upcoming Events
Attend our upcoming webinars!
We will be hosting two webinars in the fall season to answer your questions about the program:
September 19, 2024 at 8pm PT
November 21, 2024 at 7pm PT
If you are interested in attending or receiving more updates about upcoming events, please fill out this form. We look forward to meeting you!
Who should apply?
The program is targeted at students who want to acquire the mathematical foundations and the practical skill set needed to lead in the data-driven world.
Requirements
Applicants must submit the USC Graduate Admission application, along with:
- 3 letters of recommendation
- A statement of purpose
- A resumé or CV
- Official transcripts
- English Proficiency Test Scores (international applicants only)
We do not require GRE tests.
Prerequisites
Applicants should have a Bachelor of Science degree in a mathematics-intensive field. Prerequisites for the program include:
Required:
- multivariable calculus (Equivalent to USC’s MATH 226 or MATH 229)
- linear algebra (Equivalent to USC’s MATH 225 or MATH 235)
- probability (undergraduate-level, equivalent to USC’s MATH 407)
Recommended:
- statistics (undergraduate-level, equivalent to USC’s MATH 307 or MATH 408)
- basic optimization knowledge (e.g., convexity, gradient, Hessian)
- Python/R programming
Deadlines
Applications are accepted only for a Fall semester start.
SEPTEMBER 1st: Applications open
FEBRUARY 15th: Applications due
Contact Us
Faculty Program Leaders
Xiaohui Chen
Office: KAP 406B
Email: xiaohuic@usc.edu
Stanislav Minsker
Office: KAP 406E
Email: minsker@usc.edu