Dr. Umeka Franklin

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Umeka Franklin began her career as an adjunct practicum faculty lecturer at the University of Southern California, where she taught integrative seminars and courses in Military Clinical Experience and Virtual Practicum. She is currently an Associate Teaching Professor specializing in Practicum Education within the Department of Children, Youth, and Families. Her clinical focus revolves around children and families, trauma, integrated behavioral health, and aging military veterans. Her educational background includes an EdD and MSW from the University of Southern California and a BA from California State University, Los Angeles. In addition to her academic role, Dr. Franklin has industry experience in mental health care, wellness, and social work education.

Research Interests

Traumatic Events Medical Social Work Children Youth Families Psychiatric Social Work Nephrology Social Work Social Work Education

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.