University of Southern California

Overview

The University of Southern California (USC) is a private research university in Los Angeles, California, United States.

History

USC was founded in 1880.

Programs

Programs span arts and sciences, business, cinematic arts, communication, engineering, architecture, education, public policy, law, medicine and many graduate fields.

Tuition

Tuition and mandatory fees depend on the program, study level, residency or citizenship status, and academic year. Applicants should use the university’s official current tuition or cost-of-attendance page for the exact amount.

Admission

Admission requirements vary by program and applicant category. Applicants should check the university’s official admissions pages for prerequisites, language requirements, documents and current deadlines.