University of Southern California
Private college · Los Angeles, CA · 20,443 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
9.8%
Extremely selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1450–1550
ACT (middle 50%)
32–35
Average net price
$33,056
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$95,048
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
90%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into University of Southern California?
University of Southern California accepts about 10 of every 100 applicants (9.8%), which makes it extremely selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1450 and 1550 on the SAT. A score at or above 1550 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1450, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 32–35.
The latest federal data says University of Southern California is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Southern California's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does University of Southern California cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $95,048 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $33,056 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $75,162 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$75,162
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$75,162
- Room & board$20,817
- Total cost of attendance$95,048
- Average net price after grants$33,056
Popular majors
Business, Social Sciences, Visual & Performing Arts, Communications, Computer Science.
University of Southern California FAQ
- What is University of Southern California's acceptance rate?
- 9.8% — extremely selective.
- What SAT score do you need for University of Southern California?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1450–1550. Aim for 1550 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for University of Southern California?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 32–35.
- Is University of Southern California test-optional?
- The latest federal data says University of Southern California is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Southern California's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does University of Southern California cost?
- About $95,048 a year before aid; $33,056 on average after grants.
- What is University of Southern California's FAFSA school code?
- 001328. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so University of Southern California receives your information.
- What is University of Southern California's graduation rate?
- 90% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to University of Southern California
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanbridge UniversityIrvine, CA | 10% | — | $25,124 | 51% |
| Claremont McKenna CollegeClaremont, CA | 9.6% | 1470–1560 | $26,039 | 90% |
| University of California, Los AngelesLos Angeles, CA | 9% | — | $14,659 | 93% |
| University of California, BerkeleyBerkeley, CA | 11% | — | $14,538 | 94% |
| Pomona CollegeClaremont, CA | 7.1% | 1490–1560 | $18,978 | 92% |
| Harvey Mudd CollegeClaremont, CA | 13% | 1500–1570 | $39,347 | 93% |