Hey everyone, I'm looking at applying to the University of Southern California and I'm curious about the admission statistics. What are the average GPA and test scores for admitted students? How competitive is it to get into USC?
USC is a highly competitive university in terms of admissions. For the fall 2024 entering class, the University of Southern California had an acceptance rate of approximately 10%. Given the selective nature of USC, the admitted students' academic profile reflects strong academic achievements.
For the fall 2024 entering class, the middle 50% SAT score range for admitted students was 1330-1520, and the middle 50% ACT score range was 30-34. Please note that these numbers are from the pre-2024 digital SAT and the ACT. While USC is still test-optional for the 2024-2025 application cycle, if you have scores within these ranges, they may help support your application.
The average unweighted high school GPA of admitted students is usually around 3.83 (on a 4.0 scale), showing that successful applicants usually have A to A+ averages in nearly all their courses.
Keep in mind that USC evaluates applicants holistically, which means they will also consider your extracurricular activities, letters of recommendation, and essays in addition to your test scores and GPA. Demonstrating a strong fit for the university, leadership qualities, and a passion for your intended major all contribute to the overall strength of your application.
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