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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
Preparing for College: Starting Off High School on the Right Foot
For those of you in 9th grade, starting high school can be scary.
Aug 21
Getting to Know USC from the Comfort of Your Own Home
The University of Southern California’s campus is decorated in beautiful brick buildings and luscious landscapes.
Aug 6
“Hey Siri, How Do I Answer the USC Quick Takes on the Common App?” – Demystifying the USC Quick Takes
USC Quick Takes: the most difficult part of the application!
Jul 30
Making the Most of Your USC Short Answer
Applying to college is a journey.
Jun 24
All About the Blog
Your Inside Scoop on All Things USC Admission
Jun 17
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
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
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
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.
Mar 27
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…
Feb 27
Rainy Days in LA
Rain in Los Angeles—it's a rare and precious event.
Feb 25
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