Marshall Real Estate Finance Association
USC's Premier Undergraduate Real Estate Organization
MREFA has spent nearly two decades building the firm relationships, technical programs, and alumni network that consistently place students into the most competitive roles in commercial real estate.
2007
Year Founded
500+
Active Members
4
Selective Programs
Who We Are
Proudly representing USC Marshall, MREFA combines strong industry connections with rigorous technical education and thoughtfully curated opportunities for members to learn from and engage with real estate professionals.
These opportunities reflect our leadership team’s commitment to building and maintaining strong industry relationships. Firms reach out to MREFA directly to host information sessions and recruit our members, recognizing our technical preparation and professionalism.
Credibility
As a Marshall Recognized Student Organization, MREFA connects members with USC Marshall faculty, career networks, and professional resources. This affiliation strengthens our educational programming, supports lasting relationships with firms, and helps prepare members for competitive opportunities across the real estate industry.
Why Students Choose Us
Industry Access
Direct relationships with firms across private equity, investment banking, capital markets, lending, development, and brokerage. Our members visit offices, not just websites.
Technical Depth
The only undergraduate real estate organization at USC with a selective program built around Excel modeling, deal underwriting, and valuation from the ground up.
Alumni Network
Nearly two decades of MREFA alumni working at the most respected firms in the industry. Our USC AREN relationships and annual NYC Trek keep that network active and accessible.
Women in CRE
TREW, our women's initiative co-founded in 2025, operates in formal partnership with leading professionals and firms in the industry, giving women in the program real access, real mentorship, and real visibility.
Where MREFA Members Go

