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From Admission Counselor to Student: How We Chose Our Alma Maters
Senior year.
What are Trojan Transfer Information Sessions?
Similar to the intense, high-stakes drama of a reality competition show, the first-year admission process is a nerve-wrecking journey.
How Long Does It Take to Read an Application?
In the iconic Tootsie Roll Lollipop commercial that many of us grew up watching when cable TV was still a thing (sorry, no shade Netflix), a curious…
Your Transfer Application Questions (FAQ), Answered!
The February 15 Transfer Application Deadline is almost here!
I Was Deferred to Regular Decision - FAQ
Tomorrow, approximately 3,500 first-year students will be notified that they have been admitted to USC.
Additional SCholarships for Current Applicants (and Continuing Students)
If you’re a current applicant, you should have completed or be in the process of completing your financial aid application—assuming that you are…
January 15 Regular Decision Application Deadline FAQ for Fall 2025 First-Year Applicants
The final first-year application deadline is around the corner.
Expectations vs. Reality - Perspectives from an International Student
Hi there!
Are You Really Test-Optional?
As college admission becomes increasingly competitive, the journey to securing that coveted spot at your dream university has shifted in unexpected…
I’m Not a QuestBridge Match - What Does This Mean?
This time of year can be stressful if you’re a high school senior.
USC FAST Facts: Your Guide to Financial Aid at USC
After putting tireless hours into your college essays over the long summer months (or fall months), you finally hit submit on your USC application!
USC’s Glossary of Transfer Applicant Terms
Now is the time to lock in and enter your transfer era. One of the most important goals in transferring to USC is staying on track for graduation while…
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