Dr. Patrick Turley

Associate Professor

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Biography

Patrick Turley is an Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Southern California's Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences. He earned his Ph.D. in Economics from Harvard University in May 2016, where he focused on various aspects of economic theory and its applications. His academic background also includes a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Mathematics from Brigham Young University, awarded in April 2010. Turley is recognized for his research contributions in economics, particularly in the areas of applied econometrics and economic behavioral analysis. He has published several papers in leading economics journals that explore the intersection of quantitative analysis and economic policy.

Research Interests

Economics Applied Econometrics Economic Behavioral Analysis

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.