Dr. Cameron Thrash

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Biography

Cameron Thrash is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Southern California (USC) Dornsife. His research focuses on understanding the relationships between aquatic microorganisms and their environments. He employs a combination of high throughput culturing, physiology, pure culture, and multi-omics techniques to study these microorganisms. His lab utilizes innovative cultivation-independent methods, including meta-omics and single-cell genomics, to explore how microorganisms occur and function in diverse ecological settings. His work contributes to our understanding of microbial diversity and its implications for aquatic ecosystems.

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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.