Universities/CA/University of Southern California

University of Southern California

Los Angeles, CA · Private Nonprofit · 20,443 students

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$92k
Median earnings 10 years
after starting college
10%Acceptance Rate
92%Graduation Rate
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Acceptance Rate

9.8%
Most Selective (Ivy League tier)
Out of every 100 applicants, approximately 10 are admitted
Most Selective (0%)Open Admission (100%)

Admitted Student Profile

Average SAT Score
Combined (Math + Reading)
1495
80012001600
ACT Midpoint Score
Middle 50% of admitted students
34
11836

Student Body

20,443
Total Students
Undergraduates
9.8%
Acceptance Rate
Of applicants admitted
25%
First-Gen Students
First in family to attend college
22%
Pell Grant Students
Receiving federal need-based aid

University of Southern California — Admissions

University of Southern California has an acceptance rate of 9.8%, making it one of the most selective universities in the United States — fewer than 1 in 10 applicants are admitted.

Competitive applicants typically have an SAT score around 1495 or an ACT score around 34. Strong academics, extracurriculars, and essays are key components of a competitive application.

22% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating that the university serves a significant proportion of students from lower-income backgrounds.

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