University of Southern California
Acceptance
10%
Avg SAT
1495
Tuition
$72,097
Grad Rate (4yr)
74%
Retention
96%
Earnings
$92,498
AI Overview
USC combines top-tier programs in architecture, film, and business with an unmistakably Trojan spirit—think packed football games and a tight alumni network that opens doors worldwide. Located in downtown LA, students gain unmatched access to entertainment, tech, and startup industries through hands-on internships and collaborations. The campus attracts ambitious go-getters who balance serious academic pursuits with spirited school pride. What sets it apart: the "Trojan Family" isn't just a slogan—alumni actively mentor and hire fellow Trojans across generations.
AI-generated interpretation, separate from the federal statistics on this page · refreshed Mar 2026
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Tuition
$72,097
Room & Board
$19,931
Average Net Price
$32,740
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants & scholarships
Receive Pell Grants
22%
Take Federal Loans
24%
Median Debt at Graduation
$18,000
6-Year Graduation Rate
1st Year Retention Rate
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
$92,498Median Debt
At graduation for completers
$18,000Top Programs by Earnings
Bachelor's degree graduatesComputer Science
305 graduates
$192,897
4 yrs after graduation
Computer Engineering
34 graduates
$166,369
4 yrs after graduation
Real Estate
$143,977
4 yrs after graduation
Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering
55 graduates
$125,514
4 yrs after graduation
Accounting and Related Services
$121,101
4 yrs after graduation
Computer Software and Media Applications
36 graduates
$115,839
4 yrs after graduation
Industrial Engineering
71 graduates
$112,150
4 yrs after graduation
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$109,128
4 yrs after graduation
Real Estate Development
95 graduates
$107,292
4 yrs after graduation
Civil Engineering
28 graduates
$106,308
4 yrs after graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard
Available Programs
168+ programsAnd 156 more programs available
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