Dr. Jack Barcal

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jack J Barcal is an Associate Professor at the Leventhal School of Accounting at the University of Southern California. His expertise includes taxation, estate planning, probate, trusts, and tax law. He has contributed to the Journal of Taxation and Estate Planning, demonstrating his dedication and impact within these fields. Professor Barcal has been awarded the Teaching Excellence Award for his exceptional teaching capabilities. He has also served as chairman of the Death & Gift Tax Section of the Inheritance Tax Committee for the Los Angeles County Bar Association. In addition to his academic work, he has provided consultation services to various entities, families, and individuals, acting as special tax, estate, and trust counsel, and serving as a trustee for multi-billion dollar trusts and estates.

Research Interests

Courses

Research, Theory, Ethics of Taxation Federal Estate and Gift Taxes Family Wealth Preservation Tax Theory and Ethics of Taxation

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.