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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.
Putting the Finishing Touches on Your Application
Applicants: Well done!
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.
“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!
Student Perspectives: Summers at 'SC
Where, How, What and Why of Spending the Summer Semester at USC
Making the Most of Your USC Short Answer
Applying to college is a journey.
All About the Blog
Your Inside Scoop on All Things USC Admission
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.
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