Dr. Kyuwon Lee

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kyuwon Lee is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Southern California. He specializes in American political institutions, interest group dynamics, and bureaucratic politics. Kyuwon completed his Ph.D. in Politics at New York University in 2023, where he developed a robust understanding of the intricate balances of power within American governance. Prior to this, he earned both his Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Political Science with a focus on International Relations from Seoul National University in 2016 and 2013, respectively. In addition to his academic pursuits, Kyuwon is currently a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the Center for the Study of Democratic Politics at Princeton University for the 2023-2024 academic year. His research interests are underscored by a commitment to examining the influences of interest groups on policymaking processes and the intricate nature of bureaucratic decision-making.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Research Associate

— Present

Center for the Study of Democratic Politics, Princeton University • Princeton

Conducting research on democratic governance and political institutions.

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.