Dr. Leana Golubchik

Professor

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Biography

Leana Golubchik is a Professor in the Ming Hsieh Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and the Thomas Lord Department of Computer Science at the University of Southern California. She holds a Doctoral Degree in Computer Science from the University of California, Los Angeles, as well as a Master's Degree and Bachelor's Degree in the same field from UCLA. Dr. Golubchik's research interests focus on topics in Electrical and Computer Engineering and Computer Science, where she contributes to advancements in various technological and computational systems. Over her career, she has received multiple accolades, including the 2011 WTS-LA Diversity Leadership Award and the 2008 IBM Faculty Award. In addition, she was honored with the 2002 Okawa Foundation Research Award and the 2001 NSF Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Award, reflecting her dedication to academia and outstanding research contributions. Dr. Golubchik has also been recognized as a member of the IFIP Working Group 7.3, emphasizing her commitment to the field and collaboration within the academic community.

Research Interests

Awards

#2011

WTS-LA Diversity Leadership Award

#2008

IBM Faculty Award

#2002

Okawa Foundation Research Award

#2001

NSF Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Award

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.