Dr. Srivatsan Ravi

Associate Professor

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Biography

Srivatsan Ravi is a research associate professor in the Department of Computer Science and a research scientist at the Information Sciences Institute at the University of Southern California. His research interests are focused on the theory and practice of distributed computing. He primarily works on algorithms, lower bounds, and fault-tolerant distributed systems, contributing to advancing the understanding and application of these critical areas in computer science.

Research Interests

Distributed Computing Algorithms Fault-Tolerant Systems

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.