Dr. Selwyn Ting

Associate Professor

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Biography

Selwyn Ting has been a faculty member at the University of Southern California since 2001 and currently serves as the Associate Director of Graduate Architecture Programs and an Associate Professor of Practice. He coordinates the NAAB accreditation and teaches various aspects of the architecture curriculum, including the third-year architecture technology studio. His professional experience includes working for firms such as Morphosis Architects and Hodgetts Fung Design Associates, where he contributed to notable projects including the Hewlett Packard Regional Headquarters and the Science Center School in Los Angeles, which won the AIA Next-LA Award. Ting's academic work involves advising Master of Architecture students on their academic development and coordinating a comprehensive architecture design course. His contributions have been showcased in reputable publications and exhibitions, emphasizing a commitment to innovative architectural education and practice.

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.