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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.
What Does a Spring Grade Request Mean?
It’s a busy time of year in the USC Office of Undergraduate Admission.
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…
Cultural Communities in LA
Los Angeles is more than just palm trees, sunshine and what we see on TV.
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.
Athletic Traditions at USC
Athletic Traditions at USC: A Legacy of Excellence and School Spirit
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…
Rainy Days in LA
Rain in Los Angeles—it's a rare and precious event.
Your Transfer Application Questions (FAQ), Answered!
The February 15 Transfer Application Deadline is almost here!
Tips for Your Transfer Application
Amid reading applications and recommending scholarships for the incoming first-year class, my colleagues and I are also receiving emails with…
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…
Transferring to USC: Dos and Don’ts
Transferring to USC is an exciting opportunity to take your education to the next level.
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