The University of Southern California (USC) is a private research university in Los Angeles, California. Founded in 1880 by Robert Maclay Widney, it is the oldest private research university in California. The university is composed of one liberal arts school, the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, and 22 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, enrolling roughly 21,000 undergraduate and 28,500 post-graduate students from all fifty U.S. states and more than 115 countries. It is a member of the Association of American Universities, which it joined in 1969, and is also one of the wealthiest academic institutions in America.
Located within the Viterbi School of Engineering at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, the Department of Computer Science offers comprehensive programs spanning computer science and computer engineering from undergraduate through doctoral levels. It is particularly recognized for its strengths in areas like artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, cybersecurity, and game development. The department features distinguished faculty and fosters a dynamic learning environment that encourages innovation and collaboration. Strong connections with industry leaders provide valuable internship and research opportunities. Established in 1968, the department has a history of pioneering contributions and continues to adapt its curriculum to stay at the forefront of technology.
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