Dr. Michael Cody

Professor

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Biography

Michael J. Cody, PhD, is a Professor Emeritus at USC Annenberg. He has taught and conducted research in the field of social influence processes since 1982. His scholarly work includes co-authoring several prominent books, such as 'Persuasive Communication' and 'Interpersonal Communication.' Additionally, he has co-edited five influential works, including 'Psychology of Tactical Communication,' 'Explaining Self: Gender, Power, and Communication,' and 'Entertainment-Education for Social Change through Serious Games.' Cody served as the editor-in-chief of the 'Communication Theory' journal and has been involved in grant projects focused on tobacco control, energy conservation, and understanding autism. With a rich background in communication research, his expertise spans advertising, education, entertainment, gender sexuality, health, marketing, and media literacy.

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.