How can I increase my chances of getting into USC?

The University of Southern California is very selective when it comes to admissions. Since the recorded USC's acceptance rate for Fall 2022 is just 12%. In order to maximize the chances of getting into USC, start preparing for the admission process early, meaning studying for standardized tests, ext
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The most competitive applicants of USC have the following scores (higher than the minimums). Here are the recommended scores -
| Tests | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
| TOEFL iBT | 111 |
| IELTS | 7 (or higher) |
| Duolingo | 130 |
No USC Merit Scholarship covers the full cost of attendance. The international students who apply by the appropriate deadline are eligible for USC Merit Scholarships. Students are awarded as per the comprehensive, holistic review of students' profile.
For the Class of 2025, USC MBA placement rate is 71%, within 3 months of graduation. The average salary of the MBA graduates is USD 142,184 (Around INR 1.36 Cr.) and the signing bonus is USD 35,896. Top recruiting companies of USC are-
- Amazon
- Microsoft
- Deloitte
- PwC
- Nike
- McKinsey & Company
- Mattel
All Indian students who apply by the specified deadline at the Uni of Southern California are eligible to get the merit scholarship (UG level). These merit scholarships are awarded on the comprehensive, holistic review of students' profile. As such, there are no minimum eligibility requirements for
The total no. of students at USC is 46,000+. For Fall 2025, the total no. of international students enrolled is 11,959. Out of this, the total no. of Indian students enrolled is 2,136. Indian is placed at #2 position from where the students at USC hail from.
| Countries | No. of Students |
|---|---|
| China | 5,760 |
| Taiwan | 548 |
| South Korea | 542 |
| Canada | 427 |
| Hong Kong | 157 |
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