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University of Southern California

Los Angeles, California · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$74,461

Acceptance Rate

10%

Graduation Rate

92%

Annual Tuition

$68,237

At a Glance

Total Students

20,817

Retention Rate

97%

Faculty Ratio

9

Financial Aid

25%

Median Debt

$18,000

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

The University of Southern California is a private, non-profit institution with a student body of 20,817. The university has a highly selective admissions process, accepting only 10% of applicants. It boasts a high graduation rate of 92.2% and a strong retention rate of 96.5%, indicating a positive student experience. The annual tuition cost for in-state students is $68,237.

Graduates of USC experience strong early career earnings. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $63,275, increasing to $74,461 after five years, and reaching $92,498 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $18,000, and 24.9% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$63k

1 YEAR

$74k

5 YEARS

$92k

10 YEARS

Top 6% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of Southern California alumni earn a median salary of $63,275. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $74,461, and after ten years, the median salary is $92,498. The median debt for students is $18,000. Approximately 24.9% of students receive financial aid.

The University of Southern California has a high retention rate of 96.5% and a graduation rate of 92.2%. The university has a low acceptance rate of 10% and a student population of 20,817. The in-state tuition is $68,237.

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Campus Location

Los Angeles, California

Los Angeles, CA 90089

University of Southern California is located in Los Angeles, California. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

University of Southern California has an acceptance rate of 10.0%.