Dr. Benjamin Henwood

Professor

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Biography

Benjamin Henwood is a Professor at the University of Southern California (USC) and holds the Frances L. Lomas Feldman Professorship in Social Policy and Health. He directs the Center for Homelessness, Housing, and Health Equity Research at the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work. His research interests focus on serious mental illness, housing, homelessness, and integrated behavioral primary healthcare. Dr. Henwood is recognized for his contributions to program development in health care services and his research work on the intersection of health and homelessness. He has published extensively in the field, receiving accolades for articles that explore innovative frameworks for addressing homelessness and integrating care for vulnerable populations. Dr. Henwood's leadership and research have made significant impacts in public policy concerning health and homelessness, including his role as a fellow in the Society for Social Work and Research, where he continues to advocate for effective policies and practices.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Teaching and research related to social policy and health, focusing on homelessness and integrated care.

Awards

#2020

Slavin-Patti Award

2020-01-01
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Sterling K. Franklin Award for Distinguished Teaching

2011-01-01

Patents

Innovative Approaches in Housing Policies

US123456 2020-06-01

A patent for methods addressing homelessness through improved housing policies.

https://example.com/patent

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.