Dr. Jenny Lin

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jenny Lin is an Associate Professor at USC Dornsife, specializing in Critical Studies, Art History, and American Studies and Ethnicity. Her work focuses on the intersections of visual culture and identity, employing diverse methodologies to explore and analyze the cultural narratives and historical contexts that shape contemporary American art and critical discourse. Lin's research often engages with themes of race, belonging, and representation, contributing to a richer understanding of the complexities within artistic practices and their socio-political implications. Active in academia, she has published extensively and presented her research at national and international conferences, fostering dialogue around critical art practices and interdisciplinary scholarship.

Research Interests

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.