USC: How to Show Demonstrated Interest?

Hey guys. I'm super interested in USC and I know demonstrated interest can play a major role in admissions. But how do I effectively show it for USC? I'd appreciate any tips or advice from those who've successfully navigated this.

Actually, the University of Southern California (USC) doesn't consider demonstrated interest as a factor during the admissions process. This means your admissions decision won't be influenced by whether you've visited the campus, attended events, or intently communicated with the Admissions Office.

However, even though USC doesn't officially consider demonstrated interest in its review, that doesn't mean you shouldn't engage with the college at all. These activities can give you valuable insights into the university, its community, and the academic opportunities present. These insights can shine through in your application essays and help you make an authentic connection to the school.

Here's how you can engage with USC:

- Make sure to attend virtual tours, webinars, or college fairs that USC participates in to familiarize yourself with the school.

- Research the academic programs and extracurricular activities that interest you most, and integrate these into your essays where relevant.

- Consider reaching out to current students or admission representatives to ask thoughtful questions.

- Keep up with USC on social media channels to stay updated on recent happenings on campus.

Essentially, the aim is to use all the communication and connection opportunities you have to get a sense of USC's personality and culture. Understand what the University values, and then highlight these values and how you align with them in your application essays. This can make your application compelling by demonstrating a strong fit, even if they do not "count" the same way as demonstrated interest at other schools.