How much does it cost to study at University of Southern California for 4 years?

For 2026-27, University of Southern California cost is USD 103,162 (Around INR 97.4 lakh). Out of this, tuition fee is USD 75,384 (Around INR 71.2 L). Other fees required and living expenses are-
Particulars | Expenses in USD | Expenses in INR |
|---|---|---|
Fees | USD 1,952 | INR 2 L |
Housing | USD 13,510 | INR 13 L |
Food | USD 8,442 | INR 8 L |
Books and supplies | USD 670 | INR 63k |
Personal and Misc. | USD 2,016 | INR 2 L |
Transportation | USD 1,188 | INR 1.12 L |
Now, that the fee given above is for one-year, it can be said that the cost of attendance for 4 years wil
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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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