Hey guys, quick question: I was looking into the University of Southern California (USC) and couldn't find whether they operate on a semester or quarter system. Does anyone know?
USC operates on a semester system. In general, this means that their academic calendar is divided into two main academic terms: Fall and Spring. Each semester typically lasts about 15-16 weeks, with additional time allocated for final exams. They also offer a Summer term, which is shorter and provides opportunities to either catch up on courses or get ahead in your studies.
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