All About the Blog
Your Inside Scoop on All Things USC Admission
Hey there, future Trojans (or curious college explorers )! Welcome to “All About the Blog”, your ultimate guide to the magical place that is the USC Undergraduate Admission Blog!
Whether you’re deep in the college search spiral, just starting to Google “how to get into USC,” or already daydreaming about strolling through Alumni Park, this blog is made for you.
So, What Is the USC Admission Blog?
The USC Undergraduate Admission Blog is where you’ll find real talk about applying to USC from the people who actually read your applications! Think of it as your personal, behind-the-scenes VIP pass into how admission works, here, at the University of Southern California.
We’re talking essays, deadlines, scholarships, housing, student life, and, yes, those mysterious “holistic review” decisions. It’s your place to stay in the know and feel a little more in control of this wild college journey.
What’s the Blog’s Purpose?
We get it, college applications can feel like trying to solve a Rubik’s cube in the dark. The USC Admission Blog is here to shine a light. Our goal? To give you clarity, support and maybe even a few laughs while you learn what USC is all about. Our hope is that this blog helps you:
Understand the application process
Learn tips for making your application stand out
Stay up to date on important matters
Explore student life and campus culture
How Do I Navigate This Thing?
The blog lives right here:
When you land on the site, you’ll see the latest posts front and center. The top navigation bars are separated by differing populations. Whether you're a first year, transfer, or parent, we’ve got blogs for you!
The side navigation bars can be used to explore various topics. Curious about our city? Try looking through the “Los Angeles” blog topic! Interested in figuring out how to find your home away from home? Start with the “Finding Community” blog topic!
You can also use the search bar to find exactly what you’re looking for—like “First-Year Applicants,” “Campus Life,” or “Tips and Tricks.”
Feeling overwhelmed? Just start with the most recent posts. Trust us—they’re full of gold.
Who’s Writing These Posts?
They are written by robots (I promise). The blog is run by actual USC Admission Counselors—aka the Blog Squad. Sometimes, you’ll even get guest posts or special updates from the Office of Admission leadership.
When our current USC students aren’t in class, giving tours, studying, or dining at the Village, they’re writing from their POV about what campus life is like, what the application process was like for them, and more! You’ll know a blog has been written by a student when the title starts with Student Perspectives.
You can read more about our blog writers in the About tab of the blog. They’re smart. They’re kind. And they’re here to help you succeed (and maybe sneak in a few Trojan puns along the way). Fight on!
When and Where to Read
There’s no set schedule, but new posts are published regularly—especially during peak application seasons. Bookmark the blog, sign up for email updates or just pop in whenever you’re feeling curious or stressed.
Best times to check in?
Fall (when applications are opening)
Winter (deadline crunch time!)
Spring (admission decisions + next steps)
Summer (planning for your USC life)
Want to Stay in the Loop?
Subscribe to the blog to get updates right to your inbox! That way, you won’t miss a post and can stay ahead of the game—all while sipping your iced coffee and pretending you’re already studying at Leavey Library.
So, what are you waiting for?
Dive into the blog, explore the USC vibe and let us help you through this college adventure one post at a time. You got this. We believe in you. And who knows—maybe one day you’ll be writing your own “I got in!” blog post from the heart of the Trojan Family.
Explore now →
Xoxo, The Blog Squad
Written By: Jessie Beeman, Assistant Director – Office of Undergraduate Admission