Dr. Michael Hurlburt

Associate Professor

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Biography

Michael Hurlburt serves as the Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and is an Associate Professor at the University of Southern California (USC) in the School of Social Work. His career has been dedicated to advancing scholarship that guides conceptual strategies aimed at improving the reach and impact of behavioral health interventions. He focuses predominantly on enhancing emotional health and the relationships of children and their families. His research interests span across emotional health, social work education, and behavioral interventions, with a strong emphasis on the organization and workplace settings. Hurlburt's contributions to the field are recognized through various awards, including the State Public Citizen of the Year Award from the National Association of Social Workers - California Chapter in 2012 and a similar recognition from the National Association of Social Workers - San Diego Imperial Counties Chapter. Through his scholarship, he aims to promote comprehensive health and wellness initiatives within the realms of education and social services.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Tenure track faculty focusing on behavioral health interventions and emotional health of children and families.

Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs

— Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Overseeing faculty affairs within the School of Social Work.

Awards

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State Public Citizen of the Year Award

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Public Citizen of the Year 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.