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Applying to USC through Questbridge: A Step-by-Step Guide
Fun fact… Outside of the Common Application, there is only one other way to apply to USC: The Questbridge Application!
Jul 9
How to Write a Compelling College Essay
A major component of the Common Application is the essay.
Jul 2

June 2025

Student Perspectives: Summers at 'SC
Where, How, What and Why of Spending the Summer Semester at USC
Jun 30
Student Perspectives: Professional Opportunities at USC
Hi!
Jun 26
Making the Most of Your USC Short Answer
Applying to college is a journey.
Jun 24
Crafting Your Activities List
I like puzzles.
Jun 19
All About the Blog
Your Inside Scoop on All Things USC Admission
Jun 17
The Anatomy of a Transcript: How We Review Your Academic Record
Let’s play a little game...
Jun 13
AXS Companion - A Tool to Conquer the Common App
Let’s be transparent for a second: applying to college is a daunting process that many have trouble unpacking and deciphering.
Jun 11
To Submit or Not to Submit (Your Test Scores)?
I’m sure that, when William Shakespeare wrote Hamlet, he didn’t expect his famous phrase “to be or not to be” would be used for a blog article about…
Jun 5
Student Perspectives: Keeping Track of College Applications as a Prospective First-Year Student
Hi everyone!
Jun 4
Researching Colleges
Junior year of high school can feel like a blur—standardized tests, AP classes, extracurriculars, and looming thoughts of college applications.
Jun 3
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