University of Southern California

Address

Address: Los Angeles, CA 90007, United States

Website: https://www.usc.edu/

School Details

Rankings:

#22 in National Universities (US News)
#5 in Best Colleges for Veterans (US News)
#1 in Best Colleges for Design in America (Niche)

Size:

Total students: 48,500
Undergraduates: 20,500
Graduates: 28,000
International: 25.4%
Total Faculty and Staff: 28,873
Campus:
Acreage: 226 acres with USC Villages
23 libraries
Healthy dining options
“Green” technologies
Talent shows, jazz performance, open nights, and other events
Student Life:
24/7 Department of Public Safety
Free cable TV & Wifi
Free USC bus, and Campus Cruiser/Lyft service
Laundry Facility
Workout areas with state-of-the-art equipment

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition: $57,256
Fees: $939
Housing: $9,616
Dining & Meals: $6,300
Books & Supplies: $1,200
Personal & Miscellaneous: $1,564
Transportation: $584

Entry Requirements:

TOEFL/IELTS: Required
SAT/ACT: Required

Financial Aid & Scholarships: Yes

Awarded: $611 million (2017/18)
About 66% of students receive financial aids
23% receive a USC merit-based scholarship
Not eligible to receive federal or USC need-based financial aid

Overview

The University of Southern California is a leading private research university located in Los Angeles — a global center for arts, technology and international business. It is home to the College of Letters, Arts and Sciences and 21 exceptional academic schools and units. USC’s Health Sciences campus houses renowned specialized care and research in cancer, stem cell and regenerative medicine, orthopedics and sports medicine. The university is the largest private sector employer in the city of Los Angeles, responsible for $8 billion annually in economic activity in the region.

Academics

By providing a distinctive undergraduate experience built on excellent liberal arts and professional programs, we aim to create unique opportunities for career preparation through innovative collaborations across disciplines. The university’s commitment to becoming the world center for innovative interdisciplinary research and undergraduate education is reflected in the emphasis on providing opportunities for students to participate in research and related scholarly endeavors. Our academic programs span the spectrum from basic to applied research with a high degree of societal relevance. This focus on undergraduate participation in the creation of knowledge is a principal ingredient of the academic experience at USC.

Link for detailed information: https://academics.usc.edu/

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