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Top 5 Things to Do After Applying to USC
You’ve finally pressed “submit” on your USC application...
Oct 24
Be Real, Not Perfect: How Authenticity Wins in the USC Application
The college application process can bring a lot of pressure to present yourself a certain way: accomplished, polished, impressive.
Oct 15
Early Action & Early Decision (USC Marshall) Application Deadline FAQs for Fall 2026 First-Year Applicants
Our first application deadline for our first-year applicants is quickly approaching, which means it’s time to answer some frequently asked questions!
Oct 13
Preparing For College: Making Your College List
Let’s be real: building your college list can feel like trying to choose a Netflix show with 5,000 options, except this decision might determine the…
Oct 9
Student Perspectives: How To Embrace Your Authenticity in the Admission Process
Picture this: you’re staring at a blinking cursor, the Common App portal open in one tab, ten half-finished drafts in another, and a hundred questions…
Oct 7
Preparing For College: Planning College Visits
It might seem like college is forever away, but trust me, starting early gives you a serious edge.
Sep 29
Student Perspectives: Why I Chose to Apply to USC
My name is Edie Cingrani and I am majoring in International Relations and the Global Economy in USC’s Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences.
Sep 19
Applying to Colleges 101
You’ve started doing your research and visiting colleges.
Sep 10
USC’s Glossary for First Year Applicants
One of the hallmarks of the college application journey is the jumble of acronyms and random terms that are casually thrown around to describe the…
Sep 4
Preparing for College: Beginning to Consider Your Academic Interests in Your Early High School Years
Even if you’re in the early stages of thinking about applying to colleges, it is important to think deeply about what interests you.
Aug 29
What Not to Do in Your USC Application
Applying to college is an exciting process—one filled with opportunities to showcase your personality, passions, and potential.
Aug 27
Why Transferring to USC from a Community College May Be the Best Option for You
You may be a current senior in high school wondering: What’s next?
Aug 25
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