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University of Southern California Rankings 2025

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Ranking Highlights

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Commonly asked questions
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Q:   Is the University of Southern California a top university?

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According to a top-ranking publisher, USC ranks at the #28 position in 2024 and #27 in 2025 in National Universities category. This shows that it is one of the top-ranking universities in the US. On the other hand, in the Global Universities category, USC ranks at #79 position for 2024-25. In the previous year, it was placed at #80 position. This shows there has been improvement in this universities Global Universities category. In the 2025 ranking, USC ranks at #125 position. This shows that the university ranks among the Top 150 Universities in the World.

Q:   Where is USC ranked in the world?

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USC is a top-ranked university globally. As per a ranking publisher 2024, USC ranks at the #116 position. According to the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2024, USC has been placed at #74 position. In the Global Universities category, USC ranks at #79 position for 2024-25 as per a top-ranking publisher. 

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University Ranking

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USC US News & World Report Rankings 2025

Ranked by202220232024
Global Universities
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708079
National University272528
Aerospace Engineering PG202221
Best Graduate Law Schools192016
Best Graduate Medical Schools465228
Best Graduate Nursing Schools10472103
Biomedical Engineering PG343434
Chemical Engineering PG313435
Civil Engineering PG303127
Computer Engineering PG171315
Electrical Engineering PG161615
Entrepreneurship MBA
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27– / –– / –
Graduate Business School
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191518
MBA Business Analytics
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Mechanical Engineering PG292830
Supply Chain Management MBA
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UG Business1288
UG Computer Engineering221921
UG Electrical-Electronic and Communications Engineering222624
UG Mechanical Engineering36– / –– / –

USC Vs Other Universities: US News Ranking Comparison

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USC US News & World Report Rankings 2025: Ranking Criteria

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USC Financial Times Rankings 2024

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GMBA
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252133
Master in Finance
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USC Vs Other Universities: Financial Times Ranking Comparison

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USC Financial Times Rank 2024: Ranking Criteria

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USC QS World University Rankings 2025

Ranked by202320242025
World University
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134116125
Accounting and Finance
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4653– / –
Architecture and Built Environment5151– / –
Art and Design101101– / –
Biological Sciences151151– / –
Communication and Media Studies22– / –
Engineering and Technology
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123139– / –
Global MBA
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3637– / –
Law and Legal Studies151151– / –
Masters in Business Analytics911– / –
Masters in Supply Chain Management56– / –
Mathematics10193– / –
Mechanical Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering151151– / –
Medicine101116– / –
Performing Arts3143– / –
Pharmacy and Pharmacology151151– / –
Physics and Astronomy201201– / –
Politics101101– / –
Sociology5160– / –

USC vs Other US Universities: QS Ranking Comparison

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USC QS World University Rankings 2025: Ranking Criteria

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USC Times Higher Education (THE) World University Ranking 2025

Ranked by202220232024
University
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636574
Arts and Humanities8498101
Clinical and Health505457
Engineering
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636995
Law176201101
Life Sciences988880
PG Business and Economics
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394251
PG Computer Science
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435363
Psychology75101100

USC Vs Other Universities: THE World University Ranking Comparison

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USC THE World University Rank 2025: Ranking Criteria

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USC ARWU (Shanghai) Ranking 2024

Ranked by202220232024
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Law2123– / –
Mathematics7676– / –
Nursing201201– / –
Physics401– / –– / –
Political Sciences7651– / –
Sociology3236– / –

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USC ARWU (Shanghai) Ranking 2024: Ranking Criteria

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USC Bloomberg Rankings 2024

Ranked by202120222023
Best Business School USA
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USC Vs Other US Universities: Bloomberg Businessweek Ranking Comparison

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USC Bloomberg Business Ranking 2024: Ranking Criteria

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USC
Course Ranking

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B.E. / B.Tech

Ranked by202220232024
US News & World Report - UG Computer Engineering221921
US News & World Report - UG Mechanical Engineering36--
US News & World Report - UG Electrical-Electronic and Communications Engineering222624

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BBA

Ranked by202220232024
US News & World Report - UG Business1288

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LL.M.

Ranked by202120222023
QS - Law and Legal Studies-151151
ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) - Law232123
US News & World Report - Best Graduate Law Schools-1920
THE (Times Higher Education) - Law-176201
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Commonly asked questions
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Q:   Where does USC rank for MBA course?

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The University of Southern California ranking is #34 in the QS Global MBA rankings 2025. In 2024, the university ranks at #37 position. This shows that the university’s position has improved in 2025 MBA rankings. In the year 2023, the university ranked at #36 position for MBA course. So, in all, USC ranked exceptionally well for its MBA course in the 2025 rankings, showing a significant improvement.

Q:   Is the University of Southern California good for Law?

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USC Law is one of California’s top law schools. It is one of the highest-ranked law schools in Southern California. In the U.S. News & World Report rankings, USC (Gould) is ranked at No. 20 in the Best Law Schools category. A few of the indicators used to calculate the rankings for the Law schools are quality assessment, placement success, faculty and library resources, etc.

USC
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.6/5
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Vibe of Campus
  • Sporty
  • Academically oriented
  • Multi-dimensional
  • Fun loving
Student Views
  • 37% students never faced discrimination in this university
Internships3.4
Part time work3.5
Post study jobs3.5
Quality of faculty4.4
Student Life4.3
Value for money3.2
Public transportation3.6
Safety3.4
Indian Food3.9
Permanent Immigration2.9
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M.A in Occupational Therapy - Batch of 2026
4
It has been an amazing and very promising experience.
Tips: The campus is beautiful, the classes are interesting, and the university has some courses that allow you to re-attempt tests where you haven't done your best. You will be required to stay up-to-date with a lot of extensive background reading, which can affect your work-life balance. Otherwise, it is a very open and friendly space to learn. The faculty are easily accessible so you can reach out to them. Overall, I am quite satisfied with the course and country.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2024Read more
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Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2025
3.5
Opportunity for those who seek it.
Tips: Before joining this college, students should be ready to take on coursework as soon as they start. Competition is tough because there is a big batch size. You will need to fight for your place. Make sure to learn how to cook because eating out is going to be expensive. Stop covering everything to the Dollar because you won't be able to survive.
Likes (Student Life): Student life is great because the college is very supportive. There are a lot of sports and advanced facilities. The campus has good food and a good vibe. LA as a city is amazing, there is so much to do. There is a little for everyone, city life, beaches, mountains, desert, culture, food and so much more.
Dislikes (Safety): LA as a city is very unsafe. There are homeless people everywhere on the street and even in public transport who come close to you and even try to engage unless you are careful. Travelling alone at night is very difficult and scary. There are crimes happening around every day.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2024Read more
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Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2024
2.5
USC is a decent university
Tips: The neighborhood the university is located in is not the safest, so you will have a tough time adjusting here. It is not the prettiest either and a far cry from the ideas that were fed to you about LA. There are no scholarships offered and getting a job on campus too is very hard given the high demand. There are better locations and universities in the US that would serve better to people who are new to the US.
Likes (Student Life): There are quite a few student clubs and events happening on campus but you need to be the one to track them and put in the effort to attend them. They aren't always the most productive but you do enjoy yourself. The masters courses are usually late in the day so it does give you time to participate in other activities early in the day.
Dislikes (Public transportation): You have free lyft around campus. You also are given a public transport pass so it's decent that way but not the most convenient or safe. But if you need to go anywhere far you will need to buy a car or use Uber which can get quite expensive. On campus, many students just use a cycle.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2024Read more
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M.S. in Spatial Economics and Data Analysis - Batch of 2025
3.8
Grateful for the experience and lesson.
Tips: The campus is very friendly and welcoming and the student body is diverse so you'll be sure to fit in. The infrastructure is well made and living in California is great for Indians. If there is something to be cautious about, it is the amount of crime happening around the university.
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MS in Engineering Management (MSEMT) - Batch of 2023
4.1
The University is awesome, there is a lot of competition, sports, extracurriculars and party house.
Tips: Complete assignments on time, make sure to clear all subjects, and join extracurriculars like Table tennis, triathlon club and cycling etc., if you are not into all of this then don't bother coming to USC and save some money. USC is not merely for education but for the holistic development of self if you have missed that in Indian colleges.
Likes (Public transportation): I personally learnt skateboarding and life was so much easier than to walk the whole campus. So skateboarding + public transport I could travel anywhere in the city. USC also has unlimited free Lyft in 2 mile radius around the campus from 6 pm to 2 am. You can get the tap card at a discount for college students.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): In USA: 1. Post study jobs matter on the following: a. Location of University. If you have done college from East Cost you will get a company call back from East Cost majorly and vice versa- the name of the college doesn't matter as much. b. Experience: Your own experience matters. People with prior experience are more likely to secure jobs. c. On campus companies: Very few companies that come on campus sponsor, so it is pretty much useless.
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Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2024
3.1
The rich sporty college.
Tips: I feel that my university is expensive and because of the current job market, the investment was not worth it. Other than that, everything seemed fine. They encourage co-curricular activities. The environment here is very diverse and you can make good friends.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Professors over here are really knowledgeable. They know what they teach. They have office hours and encourage students to be interactive. PhD is something that professors here support. Overall I feel that it's great academically. That would be it.
Dislikes (Part time work): The number of students In USC is humongous, and the part-time job openings are relatively fewer. It's kind of hard to get a part-time on-campus job. I would recommend students to hunt for jobs at the lab. Even though it's difficult, it would be worth it.
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USC California is slightly expensive for international students as the first-year cost of some courses is above INR 50 L. However, there are some University of Southern California courses that are available for below INR 35 L for first-year. The below table includes the list of courses and the Unive

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There are two campuses at the University of Southern California i.e., the University Park Campus (main campus) and Health Sciences Campus. The total area of the main campus is around 226 acres and it features most of the university's 23 academic schools and units. In the northeast lies USC Health Sc

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For the academic year 2024-25, the University of Southern California cost is USD 95,225. Out of this, the tuition fee is USD 69,904. The other fees required and living expenses are given as follows:

Particulars

Expenses

Fees

USD 1,743

Housing

USD 12,271

Food / meal plan

USD 7,660

Books and supplies

USD 1,200

Personal and Misc.

USD 2,006

Transportation

USD 441

Now, that the fee given above is for one-year, it can be said that the cost of attendance for 4 years

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All international applicants at the University of Southern California have to submit English language proficiency scores. The scores accepted are IELTS / TOEFL / PTE for admission to UG courses. The most competitive applicants at USC have English language proficiency scores that are higher than the

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The famous alumni at the University of Southern California include athletes, celebrities, and more. A few of the famous personalities who have studied from this university are given below:

  • John Wayne: Businessperson, Film Producer
  • Judd Apatow: Comedian, TV director
  • Forest Whitaker: TV producer, Film Pr

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University CityLos Angeles, California, USA
Size of cityLarge
Population of City39,99,759

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Los Angeles, CA, United States, 90089

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