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
Urban Planning Masters
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F15
American
GRE 151
GRE V 163
GRE AW 4.00
GPA 3.56

Dean's Merit Scholarship (Half Tuition). Hoping to hear about teaching assistant opportunities for further funding.

University of Southern California
Population, Health And Place PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F19
International

My only application, my only admission. What a relief!

University of Southern California
Biostatistics PhD
November 30, -0001
Other on 30 Nov
Total comments
Other on 30 Nov
F20
International

To the post below, did you have any interview before acceptance?

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

To the PhD admitted under this post, did you have an interview or straight acceptance? Haven't heard back at all :/

University of Southern California
Neuroscience PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F19
American

Email to check portal. Had an in person interview too :/ probably wasnt the best fit. Good luck to everyone else!

University of Southern California
Nutrition Masters
November 30, -0001
Wait listed on 30 Nov
Total comments
Wait listed on 30 Nov
F16
American

I was sent a rather vague email saying I'm on the waitlist and my final decision will come within two weeks.

University of Southern California
Computer Science Masters
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F15
American
GRE 168
GRE V 161
GRE AW 3.50
GPA 3.60

accident below, actually rejected from intelligent robotics

University of Southern California
Mechanical Engineering Masters
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F15
American

email to check website. Had accepted offer elsewhere a while ago. Just glad to know that they at least reached a conclusion on the application after all this time. Good luck to others still waiting to hear.

University of Southern California
English PhD
November 30, -0001
Wait listed on 30 Nov
Total comments
Wait listed on 30 Nov
F15
International
GRE 169
GRE AW 5.50
GPA 4.00

Call from Bruce Smith notifying me that I am high on the wait list. Mentioned that he is personally interested in my work. He noted 8 admits have been sent out and that generally 2-3 people get in off the wait list.

University of Southern California
Mathematics Masters
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F19
American

I emailed the department to inquire, and someone got back to me within the hour with an acceptance.

University of Southern California
(Computer Science Masters
November 30, -0001
Other on 30 Nov
Total comments
Other on 30 Nov
F18
International

I'm waiting too, got 4 rejects. This is my last hope, shit just got serious. Breathing slowing down in 3..2...1

University of Southern California
Annenberg School For Communication PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F19
International

Email stating: Thank you for being part of the alternate/wait list process for USC Annenberg’s Communication PhD program. We have now admitted a full cohort for Fall 2019 and will be unable to make offers of admission to anyone on the alternate/wait list.

University of Southern California
Electrical And Computer Engineering Masters
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F19

Got a rejection for the Computer Engg. program.

University of Southern California
Mathematics PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F16
American
GRE 167
GRE V 160
GRE AW 4.00
GPA 3.57

Math GPA 3.84. I got a guaranteed TA-ship for my entire time there.

University of Southern California
Social Psychology PhD
November 30, -0001
Interview on 30 Nov
Total comments
Interview on 30 Nov
F20
American
GRE 160
GRE V 162
GRE AW 4.50
GPA 3.88

Skype interview with PI 1/6, said interview weekend is at the end of January and invitations will be extended soon

University of Southern California
English Literature PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F17
American

random online portal check (you.usc)

University of Southern California
Music Composition DMA PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F18
American

DMA. Well, this one sucks. I really wanted to go here as it was a perfect fit for me. Onward...

University of Southern California
Neuroscience PhD
November 30, -0001
Interview on 30 Nov
Total comments
Interview on 30 Nov
F20
American
GRE 150
GRE V 150
GRE AW 4.50
GPA 3.80

Send about 50 interviews. Accept about 15-17.

University of Southern California
Cinema Studies Masters
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F20
International

Accepted into MA with significant funding!

University of Southern California
Nutrition, Healthspan And Longevity (CP) Masters
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F17
American

Emailed for an interview on 2/20, interviewed on 3/3, accepted on 3/10. GPA 3.3, GRE 75% Qual. 55% Quant. 59% Writing, a lot of experience in the field (Community, Clinical, Research). SUPER EXCITED!!!! 1a/ow/1r (4 more to go!!)