University of Southern California

For admission to undergraduate courses of the University of Southern California, Indian applicants are required to complete year 10th and 12th state board or CBSE / ICSE exams. Note that competitive applicants usually achieve high marks, mainly A1 and A2 grades or scores above 80. Besides these general admission requirements, applicants are required to show their English language proficiency too. You can submit the scores of the tests like TOEFL / IELTS / PTE / SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Section / ACT English Section.Entry requirements for Postgraduate coursesFor admission to graduate courses at USC, Indian applicants must have a 4-year Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree (for 3-year Bachelor’s degree holder) earned from an institute recognised by UGC. Additionally, applicants need to submit valid English language proficiency scores.

The University of Southern California applications are done through two ways; Early action decision and Regular admission decision. The early action decision application deadlines are over for the current academic year. Through regular decisions the application deadlines are over for majors offered by the following schools; Lovine and Young Academy, Kaufman School of Dance, Roski School of Arts & Design, School of Architecture, Shool of Cinematic Arts, School of Dramatic Arts, and Thorton School of Music. Meanwhile, for the rest of undergraudate programs the admission deadline is Jan 15, 2024 through regular admission decision. 

UCLA and the University of Southern California offer unique campus cultures and academic programs. While they share a great reputation, there are subtle differences between the two universities. The below table compares the rankings, fees and acceptance rates of UCLA and the University of Southern California. Overall this information could be useful for students who are considering them.Here is the comparison highlighting the differences between the Universities:Name of The UniversityRankingAcceptance Rate1st Year Tuition FeeUCLA#2111%  UG course: INR 35L-38L  PG course: INR 61.6LUniversity of Southern California #6512%UG Course:  INR 48.6L-52.0LPG course:  INR 52L- 99L

The University of South Carolina offers a number of scholarships to international students. However, the Stamps, McNair and Horseshoe Scholars Awards are the most prestigious scholarships awards given to international students by USC. Each year 45 international students are given these awards based on strong academic records and leadership qualities. Scholarship AwardsStamps Scholars AwardsApproximately USD 21,240 (INR 17,61,858)+ tuition reduction to in-state + USD 15,000 (INR 12,44,250) enrichment fundMcNair Scholars AwardsUSD 22,000 (INR 18,24,900)+ tuition reduction to in-state + USD 12,000 (INR 9,95,400) enrichment fundHorseshoe Scholars AwardsUSD 11,000 (INR 9,12,450)+ tuition reduction to in-state rate*USD/INR = 82.95