Dr. Martin Levine

Professor

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Biography

Martin L. Levine is a psychoanalyst and lawyer with expertise in elder law, mental health law, and criminal law. He holds joint appointments at the USC Davis School of Gerontology and the Keck School of Medicine of USC. Levine teaches courses in Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, Aging Law, Mediation and Dispute Resolution, and Psychoanalysis and Law. His notable publications include 'Law and Psychology' (ed., New York University Press, 1995), 'Legal Education' (ed., New York University Press, 1993), and 'Age Discrimination and the Mandatory Retirement Controversy' (Johns Hopkins University Press, 1989). Levine has a distinguished educational background, having received a BA summa cum laude in Sociology from Brandeis University and a JD with honors from Yale Law School. He has been an impactful leader in the legal field, serving as President of the National Senior Citizens Law Center, founding President and Executive Director of the Western Center on Law and Poverty, and General Counsel for the U.S. Senate Subcommittee on Constitutional Rights. Levine's work reflects his dedication to advancing legal understanding and advocacy for the elderly.

Research Interests

Experience

Vice Provost

— Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Serves as a Senior Advisor to the Provost and oversees various academic operations.

Counsel

— Present

USC Office of General Counsel • Los Angeles, CA

Provides legal counsel on various matters pertaining to the university.

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.