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EduAtlasHub·University Brochure
Est. 1880
Private Research University

University of Southern California

"Palmam qui meruit ferat (Let whoever earns the palm bear it)"
🇺🇸 United States ◯ Los Angeles ◍ 27% international ⬡ North America
Last updated: June 18, 2026
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QS World 2026
#125
Global Ranking
Acceptance
9.2%
Students
49000
Tuition/yr
$69,904/yr
Employed
92%
Faculty Ratio
9
Quick Summary

Since 1880, University of Southern California has been one of United States's prominent private research universitys, based in Los Angeles. Ranked #125 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 49000 students including 27% from outside United States. Known for strengths in Communication and Media Studies, Cinema & Television, Accounting and Finance, it maintains an acceptance rate of 9.2%.

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Institutional Profile
Who they are

The power of the 'Trojan Family' alumni network, unparalleled location in Los Angeles, and top-ranked professional schools.

Subject Strengths
Communication and Media StudiesCinema & TelevisionAccounting and FinanceComputer ScienceEngineering and TechnologyBusiness & Management
Founded1880
TypePrivate Research University
Total Students49000
Intl Students27%
Faculty Ratio9
CampusUrban
Campus Size226 acres
Affiliated HospitalsKeck Hospital of USC, LAC+USC Medical Center, Children's Hospital Los Angeles
AccreditationWASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#125
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#74
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#57
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
150+ Undergraduate Majors, 400+ Graduate and Professional Programs
Programs
100
PhD Programs
USC Online offers over 100 programs including Master's, Doctoral, and Graduate Certificates
Online Programs
Information Sciences Institute (ISI), Wrigley Institute for Environmental Studies, Southern California Earthquake Center
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate9.2%
IELTS7
TOEFL100
Min GPA3.7
GREOptional for many programs (Check specific school requirements)
GMATRequired for most Marshall School of Business programs
SATTest-Optional for 2024-2025 (Middle 50% score 1410-1530)
ACTTest-Optional (Middle 50% score 32-35)
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 15 (Undergraduate), December 1 (Scholarship Consideration)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 1 (Transfer)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$69,904/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$22,000/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$55,000/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$85
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$95,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableTrustee Scholarship, Presidential Scholarship, Mork Family Scholarship, National Merit
Avg Scholarship$45,000
Financial AidUSC is need-blind and meets 100% of demonstrated need for eligible students.
Work-StudyYes, Federal and University Work-Study programs available.
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 150+ Undergraduate Majors, 400+ Graduate and Professional Programs programs total
ProgramLevelDuration
Cinematic ArtsBACHELOR3-4 YRS
Business AdministrationMASTER1-2 YRS
Computer SciencePHD3-5 YRS
CommunicationMBA12-24 MO
Biomedical EngineeringBACHELOR3-4 YRS
Public PolicyMASTER1-2 YRS
View All Programs →
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$83,000
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh placement rates with Disney, Google, Goldman Sachs, and top entertainment studios.
Industry Connections
Strongest connections in Hollywood (Film)Silicon Beach (Tech)and Global Finance.
Notable Alumni
George Lucas, Neil Armstrong, Shinzo Abe, Forest Whitaker, Andrew Viterbi
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes, on-campus and university-affiliated housing available.
Sports Facilities
Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Galen Center, Uytengsu Aquatics Center, John McKay Center
Student Clubs
1000
Library Resources
20+ libraries including Doheny Memorial Library and Leavey Library with over 4 million volumes.
Exchange Programs
USC Overseas Studies offers programs in over 30 countries.
Summer Programs
USC Pre-Collegiate Summer Programs, Summer Semesters for current students.
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What sets it apart
Jimmy Iovine and Andre Young Academy for Arts, Technology and the Business of Innovation; home to the oldest and largest film school in the U.S.
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Funding
Scholarships matched to United States

Below is a curated index of international funding opportunities and external scholarship programs that eligible students may apply for when attending this institution.

Fulbright Foreign Student Program Fully Funded Varies based on location and program duration (estimated $30,000 - $65,000 per year) Deadline: Varies by country (typically between February and October annually) → Knight-Hennessy Scholars Fully Funded Covers full tuition and provides a generous stipend for living and academic expenses Deadline: October 9, 2024 (Annually in early October) → Harvard College Financial Aid Program Fully Funded Varies; up to $85,000+ per year covering total cost of attendance Deadline: January 1 (Regular Decision), November 1 (Early Action) → MIT Scholarships Fully Funded Average award is $63,729; varies based on family income Deadline: February 15 (Regular Action), November 30 (Early Action) → Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program Fully Funded Varies (Estimated total value $30,000 - $50,000 including all allowances) Deadline: Varies by country (Typically between May and September of each year) → Princeton University Financial Aid Program Fully Funded Average grant for the Class of 2027 was approximately $70,500 Deadline: February 1 (Regular Decision), November 9 (Early Action) → View all United States scholarships →
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Questions
Answered
What is the acceptance rate?+
Approximately 9.2% at University of Southern California.
What English score do I need?+
Requirements: IELTS 7 · TOEFL 100.
How much does it cost per year?+
Estimated total cost is $95,000/yr per year including tuition and living.
Are scholarships available?+
Trustee Scholarship, Presidential Scholarship, Mork Family Scholarship, National Merit
What is the application deadline?+
Fall: January 15 (Undergraduate), December 1 (Scholarship Consideration). Spring: October 1 (Transfer).
Can I work while studying?+
Yes, Federal and University Work-Study programs available.
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