Archive - USC Undergraduate Admission Blog

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

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

May 2025

Student Perspectives: Making the Most of Your USC Visit

Let's be real: campus visits can make or break your college decision.

May 30

Student Perspectives: 5 Things that Make USC Distinctive

Hello everyone!

May 28

Transfer Admission Myths Busted: Clearing Up Common Misconceptions at USC

Transferring to a university as prestigious as the University of Southern California can feel like a daunting task.

May 15

Student Perspectives: How to Connect with Current USC Students - What to Do, Be Mindful Of, and Avoid

May 13

What Does a Spring Grade Request Mean?

It’s a busy time of year in the USC Office of Undergraduate Admission.

May 8

Admitted International Student? - A Next Steps Guide

If you’re an international student (AKA, you need a visa to study in the U.S.), and you’ve just committed to USC by the May 1st deadline, you’re…

May 1

April 2025

From Admission Counselor to Student: How We Chose Our Alma Maters

Apr 25

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