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The Trojan Marching Band performs during the rededication of the Davidson Conference Center as the home of the International Academy, October 21, 2015.(USC Photo/Gus Ruelas)

Strengthen your academic English to succeed at USC — and beyond.

As one of the world’s leading private research universities, USC empowers students to bridge geographic, linguistic and educational boundaries. The USC International Academy offers unparalleled initiatives to help international students navigate academic life in the U.S. and maximize their success.

Pre-Master’s Program

Gain conditional admission to one of USC’s renowned master’s programs prior to taking standardized English-language testing — then receive customized preparation and support to achieve your goals.

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Graduation celebration for master's degree students at USC Gould School of Law.

Participating Master’s Programs

More than 100 top-ranked USC master’s degree programs offer admission to qualified international students through the Pre-Master’s Program, including Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences, Architecture and more.

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Master’s Preparation Program

Chart your path to a master’s degree through incomparable guidance from USC advisers, intensive test preparation and academic English coursework tailored to your chosen field of study.

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USC Hoose Library, Oct. 3, 2024.(USC Photo/Gus Ruelas)

Intensive English Program

Achieve your academic and professional goals by immersing yourself in personalized instruction, cultural activities and academic support offered at six convenient start dates each year.

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