University of Southern California is an online application service for prospective students applying to participating USC programs. It helps applicants submit required personal, academic, professional, and supporting information in one place for selected programs. USC program requirements vary by school, degree, and applicant type, including deadlines, prerequisites, transcripts, portfolios, tests, essays, recommendations, and supplemental materials.

Key University of Southern California Benefits:

  • Program Discovery: Explore participating USC programs and review school- and program-specific admissions information.
  • Efficiency: Complete core personal, academic, and program-specific information through one application account.
  • Centralized Document Submission: Upload or arrange for transcripts and supporting materials as instructed.
  • Application Monitoring: Track application status and outstanding requirements in one place.
  • Application Support: Use USC and program instructions throughout the application process.

How to Use It:

  1. Create an account and research the specific requirements for each program you are interested in.
  2. Enter biographic and educational history details into the application portal.
  3. Request official transcripts or upload unofficial transcripts to be sent directly to University of Southern California depending on program requirements.
  4. Request recommendations from faculty or employers via the system, if required by your designated program.
  5. Submit the application before program deadlines to allow for processing time.