I've heard conflicting info on USC's admissions rate. Can any USC students or alum share some info? Want to know what I'm diving into. Thanks!
Absolutely, happy to provide some insight. The University of Southern California (USC) is a highly selective institution. For the most recent admissions cycle, USC reported an acceptance rate of about 10%. However, remember that this can fluctuate each year depending on the applicant pool for that specific admissions cycle.
USC takes into account many factors apart from academics, including extracurricular involvement, leadership roles, letters of recommendation, and personal statements. It would be beneficial to focus on demonstrating your unique qualities and potential contributions to the USC community in your application.
One point to note is that USC is one of the universities that continue to consider standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) in their admissions, as of the 2024-2025 application cycle. However, they adopt a holistic admissions process, so these scores are not the sole determinant of your suitability as a candidate.
I hope this provides you with some clarity regarding USC's admissions process.
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