University of Southern California Graduate School Admission Results

About 9,299 results

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
Film Production Masters
November 30, -0001
Wait listed on 30 Nov
Total comments
Wait listed on 30 Nov
S16
American
GPA 3.64

I've been checking this place forever and wasn't expecting to hear from USC for another week. I'm so incredibly excited to get waitlisted. Its accepted but I might have even more time to save!

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

Email from prof. Official letter from school will come within a couple weeks

University of Southern California
Marine Biology And Biological Oceanography PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F20
American

Interviewed at USC from February 2-4. Researched full time for two summers as well as part-time throughout the school year as an undergraduate. No gap years taken or master's degree.

University of Southern California
( ECE ) Electrical And Computer Engineering Masters
November 30, -0001
Other on 30 Nov
Total comments
Other on 30 Nov
F16
International

To the poster below: Where did you find this decision round number?

University of Southern California
Biomedical Engineering PhD
November 30, -0001
Interview on 30 Nov
Total comments
Interview on 30 Nov
F19
International
GRE 163
GRE V 148
GPA 3.50

I was invited to USC campus visit (PhD Preview day). Apparently they only invited the potential fellowship candidates. I still have not heard back. Does anyone have the same situation?

University of Southern California
Statistics Masters
November 30, -0001
Other on 30 Nov
Total comments
Other on 30 Nov
F15
American

I received an email from them telling me to check USC connect. I hope you get accepted!!

University of Southern California
2 Year Master Of Social Work Masters
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F18
American
University of Southern California
Communications Management Masters
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F18
American
GRE 146
GRE V 159
GRE AW 5.00
GPA 3.90
University of Southern California
Biology Of Aging PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F18
American

Received an email with instructions to view my admission status.

University of Southern California
American Studies And Ethnicity PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F19
American
University of Southern California
Earth Science PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F18
American
University of Southern California
Economics PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F16
International
GRE 165
GRE V 159
GRE AW 3.00

The transcript of my exchange university didn't arrive. I think that had st to do with the rejection hahaha.

University of Southern California
3 Year Architecture (M.Arch I) Other
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F18
International

with merit scholarship

University of Southern California
Computer Science Masters
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F16
International
GRE 165
GRE V 152
GRE AW 3.00
GPA 3.72
University of Southern California
Environmental Engineering PhD
November 30, -0001
Other on 30 Nov
Total comments
Other on 30 Nov
F17
American
GRE 560
GRE V 610
GRE AW 4.50
GPA 3.14

Emailed about my offer, no funding. :(

University of Southern California
( ECE ) Electrical Engineering Masters
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F18
International
GRE 162
GRE V 147
GRE AW 3.50
GPA 3.40
University of Southern California
Physics PhD
November 30, -0001
Other on 30 Nov
Total comments
Other on 30 Nov
F15
American

To the poster below, I have not heard back from USC. Get rejected everywhere, this is my last hope.

University of Southern California
Creative Writing PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F15
American

Director of the admissions committee said that he personally enjoyed my application. I did not contact any POIs before hand, but my undergraduate mentor is good friends w/a Creative Writing professor. Solid GPA. Exemplary GRE scores.

University of Southern California
( ECE ) Electrical And Computer Engineering Masters
November 30, -0001
Other on 30 Nov
Total comments
Other on 30 Nov
F17
International

They sent me academic eligibility notification and wanted to submit financial documents before official admission letter

University of Southern California
Bioengineering (Biomedical Engineering) PhD
November 30, -0001
Interview on 30 Nov
Total comments
Interview on 30 Nov
F18
International

My GRE scores are Q=166, V=156, AW=4. I hold a diploma equivalent to Master's, diploma grade top 10% of my class (gpa is not defined in my the institution that I come from). I have one poster presentation, one journal paper, 1 book chapter and an upcoming conference oral presentation. Hope I helped you! Good luck :-)