Amount: Varies (Half-Tuition to Full-Tuition)
Deadline: December 1 (for admission with scholarship consideration)
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: Yes
About
USC offers a range of highly competitive merit scholarships, including Trustee, Presidential, and Dean's Scholarships, recognizing academic excellence and leadership.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US, International
- GPA: 3.8+
- Incoming freshman admitted to USC
- Exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and extracurricular involvement
Required Materials
- USC application for admission
- Essays (via common app)
- Letters of recommendation
- High school transcripts
Timeline
Apply for admission by December 1. Shortlisted candidates invited for interviews in January/February. Notifications in March.
Tips
Submit an exceptionally strong application for admission, including compelling essays that showcase your intellectual curiosity, leadership, and unique contributions.