Dr. Steve Ross

Professor

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Biography

Steve Ross is a Distinguished Professor of History at the University of Southern California, where he has been a faculty member since 1978. He is also the Dean's Professor in History and the Myron Marian Casden Director of the Casden Institute for the Study of the Jewish Role in American Life. He holds a Ph.D. in History from Princeton University, earning it in 1980, as well as degrees from Columbia University and Oxford University. His scholarship focuses on social history, labor history, political extremism, film history, and popular culture. His notable works include 'Hollywood Left Right: Movie Stars Shaped American Politics' and 'Hitler in Los Angeles: Jews Foiled Nazi Plots in Hollywood America'. Over the years, Ross has been deeply engaged in the exploration of how film and culture intersect with societal power structures in the United States. His research has also included significant presentations and articles that examine the role of Hollywood during critical historical events, including World War II and the evolution of political power in American society.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1994-09-01 — Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Teaching and conducting research in history.

Associate Professor

1984-09-01 — 1994-08-01

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Advanced instruction in history.

Assistant Professor

1978-09-01 — 1984-08-01

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Beginning faculty position.

Instructor

1977-09-01 — 1978-06-01

Princeton University • Princeton, NJ

Conducted courses in history.

Awards

#1

Los Angeles Bestseller List

2018-01-01
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Finalist, Pulitzer Prize in History

2018-01-01
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USC Dornsife College Distinguished Faculty Fellow

2011-08-15

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.