Dr. Jonathan May

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jonathan May received his Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Southern California (USC) in 2010. He has previously worked as a research scientist at SDL Language Weaver before rejoining the USC Information Sciences Institute in 2014. His research areas focus on natural language processing, encompassing machine translation, semantic parsing, and formal language theory. Through his academic and professional journey, Jonathan has contributed significantly to the fields of computational linguistics and AI-driven language technology.

Research Interests

Natural Language Processing Machine Translation Semantic Parsing Formal Language Theory

Experience

Research Associate Professor

— Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Conducting research in natural language processing and overseeing various academic projects.

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.