Dr. Monica Morlacco

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Monica Morlacco is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Southern California. She specializes in International Trade, focusing on empirical international economics and international macroeconomics. Her research investigates the performance of firms and their market power, contributing to a deeper understanding of how firms operate in the global economy. Morlacco holds a Ph.D. in Economics from Yale University, obtained in 2018, and was a Postdoctoral Fellow at Aarhus BSS from 2018 to 2019. Her academic journey reflects a commitment to excellence in research and education, making significant contributions to her field.

Research Interests

International Trade Empirical International Economics International Macroeconomics

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.