Dr. Hilary Schor

Professor

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Biography

Hilary Schor is a Professor at the University of Southern California specializing in English and Comparative Literature. Her research encompasses contemporary fiction, feminist theory, Victorian literature, and their intersections with law and culture. Schor's notable works include 'Curious Subjects: Women Trials Realism,' published by Oxford University Press in 2013, which explores themes of gender and representation in literature. She has also contributed significantly to the discourse surrounding Victorian novels and contemporary adaptations in film. Schor's academic involvement includes co-directing the Center for Law, History, and Culture at USC and previous roles such as Chair of Gender Studies. She has held prestigious fellowships and awards, including a Guggenheim Fellowship and an NEH Grant, recognizing her contributions to the field. Schor actively presents her research at various conferences, addressing the intersections of narrative and law, and has served on editorial boards for significant literary journals.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Teaching and research in English and Comparative Literature, specializing in feminist theory and Victorian literature.

Awards

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Guggenheim Fellowship

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National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowship

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.