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

400+
Active Members

3
Selective Programs

Why Students Choose Us

Industry Access

Direct relationships with leading firms across private equity, investment banking, capital markets, lending, development, and brokerage.

Technical Depth

The only undergraduate real estate organization at USC with a selective program built around Excel modeling, deal underwriting, and valuation practice from the ground up.

Alumni Network

We have 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 across the industry, giving women in the program real access, real mentorship, and real visibility.

Who We Are

Proudly representing the Marshall School of Business, 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.

As a Marshall Recognized Student Organization, MREFA connects members with USC Marshall faculty, alumni networks, and professional resources. These affiliations strengthen our educational programming, supports lasting relationships with firms, and helps prepare 400+ members for competitive opportunities across the real estate industry.

Where MREFA Members Go

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