University of Southern California
1880
Founded
approx. 47,000
Students
approx. 25%
International students
Private
Type
About University of Southern California
USC is the oldest private research university in California and has one of the largest international student communities in the USA, with a long-standing Indian presence.
It is well known for engineering at the Viterbi School, film at the School of Cinematic Arts, business at Marshall and communication at Annenberg.
Highlights
- Association of American Universities member
- Viterbi School of Engineering
- School of Cinematic Arts with strong Hollywood ties
- Large and active international student community
Tuition (indicative, per year)
USD 45,000 – 70,000 per year (indicative)
Intakes
August, January
English requirements (from)
IELTS 7 · TOEFL 100 · Duolingo 125
Campus and student life
The University Park campus near downtown Los Angeles has Trojan athletics, museums and a busy student calendar, with the Expo light-rail line at its edge.
Courses at University of Southern California
A selection only. University of Southern California offers many more programmes; ask a counsellor or see the university's website.
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