University of Southern California Graduate School Admission Results

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This page shows the recent graduate admission results for University of Southern California. These results automatically update with new admission results submissions, so you can check back to see when others have been accepted, rejected, or waitlisted to specific schools and programs.

University of Southern California

The University of Southern California (USC), located in Los Angeles, California, is a prominent private research university known for its academic excellence and strong connections to the entertainment industry. It is home to renowned schools ... such as the USC Marshall School of Business, the USC School of Cinematic Arts, and the USC Viterbi School of Engineering, which are celebrated for their innovative programs and professional training. USC's commitment to fostering a diverse and dynamic community enhances its reputation as a leading institution for interdisciplinary education and cutting-edge research.

Summary

The USC Graduate School Admission results for the past five years reflect a highly competitive environment with diverse outcomes across several programs. Computer Science saw both waitlisting and acceptance for Masters and PhD candidates, indicating a selective but attainable program, with multiple rejections pointing to stringent criteria, and several interview opportunities highlighting its competitive nature. Electrical and Computer Engineering had both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD and Masters candidates, underscoring its rigorous selection process. Electrical Engineering experienced both waitlisting and acceptance for Masters and PhD candidates, indicating a selective but attainable program. Urban Planning saw both waitlisting and acceptance for Masters and PhD candidates, highlighting its competitive nature. Mechanical Engineering had both waitlisting and acceptance for Masters and PhD candidates, reflecting its stringent criteria. Chemistry reported both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD candidates, pointing to its selective nature. Architecture experienced both waitlisting and acceptance for Masters candidates, underscoring its high standards. Economics saw both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD and Masters candidates, indicating a selective but attainable program. Applied Data Science had both waitlisting and acceptance for Masters candidates, reflecting its competitive nature. Public Policy experienced both waitlisting and acceptance for Masters and PhD candidates, highlighting its rigorous selection process. Overall, these results suggest that while some programs offer hope through waitlist acceptances, others remain exceptionally competitive.

School Program Added On Decision
University of Southern California
Economics PhD
November 30, -0001
Other on 30 Nov
Total comments
Other on 30 Nov
F18
International

To the person below: I'm not the person you asked, but I received the same email from Morgan Ponder.

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Finance PhD
November 30, -0001
Interview on 30 Nov
Total comments
Interview on 30 Nov
International

Second interview expected

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Computer Science Masters
November 30, -0001
Other on 30 Nov
Total comments
Other on 30 Nov
F18
International
GRE 162
GRE V 160
GRE AW 3.50
GPA 3.70

To the poster below , i think it will turn out to be a reject . They have already sent out Spring admits’19 with 19 th April as deadline to either acccept or reject.

University of Southern California
American Studies And Ethnicity PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F15
International
GPA 3.91
University of Southern California
Quantitative Psychology PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F15
International

On-campus interview 1/30, fellowship offer 2/7

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History PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F16
American
University of Southern California
Accounting PhD
November 30, -0001
Interview on 30 Nov
Total comments
Interview on 30 Nov
F17
International
University of Southern California
Population, Health, And Place PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F18
American
GPA 3.92
University of Southern California
Electrical Engineering PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F19
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Industrial And Systems Engineering PhD
November 30, -0001
Interview on 30 Nov
Total comments
Interview on 30 Nov
F19
American
GRE 169
GRE V 169
GRE AW 5.00
GPA 3.60

Contacted by professor for a "casual chat" via Skype -- which ended up being very similar to an interview.

University of Southern California
Electrical And Computer Engineering PhD
November 30, -0001
Other on 30 Nov
Total comments
Other on 30 Nov
F20
International

To the ones who got interviewed, did you get any feedback at the end of interview?

University of Southern California
Chemistry PhD
November 30, -0001
Other on 30 Nov
Total comments
Other on 30 Nov
F18
International

Is there anyone who has applied Chem PhD and was interviewed around Feb.8th? If so, have you heard from the department?

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Philosophy PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F19
American
GRE 155
GRE V 162
GRE AW 4.00
GPA 4.00

Phone call from John Hawthorne.

University of Southern California
Clinical Psychology PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F19
American
University of Southern California
(Computer Science Masters
November 30, -0001
Other on 30 Nov
Total comments
Other on 30 Nov
F17
International

To the USC poster below: I received the same email to upload financial docs and passport a month ago but I still haven't received a decision yet. I wouldn't get my hopes up based on that mail.

University of Southern California
Computer Science PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F20

I was interviewed at the end of January and have now received an email for the professor mentioning that I am likely to receive an official offer letter within the next 2 weeks.

University of Southern California
Computer Science PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F20

Official email, AI/ML

University of Southern California
Master Of Music In Screen Scoring Masters
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F17
American

Was called and notified of scholarship and admission by the director of the program. Still have not received the written offer via email/website. I will be attending as this is the best program of its kind. Fight On!

University of Southern California
(Computer Science Masters
November 30, -0001
Other on 30 Nov
Total comments
Other on 30 Nov
F16
International

USC is still giving out admits for MS in CS. I know at least 3 people who have gotten admits today. So, they're definitely not full yet

University of Southern California
Economics PhD
November 30, -0001
Other on 30 Nov
Total comments
Other on 30 Nov
F19
International

Does anybody knows about th Ph.D admissions for economics in USC? The post below says that received accepted the last Saturday. Do you know when the visiting day is? Does anybody else get acceptance? Any news from waitlis or rejections?