University of Southern California Skip to Content Open Site Navigation / Menu Search We Are USC Back to Main Menu The University Back to The University The University USC is a constellation of schools, centers and institutes where some of the brightest minds are leading the way to the future of education. Leadership Faculty Values Facts and Stats Traditions Our History We Are Southern California Back to We Are Southern California We Are Southern California USC, L.A. and California’s southland are inextricably linked. Our passion as a great private research university serves the public good across the city and throughout SoCal — advancing society and improving lives. Our Communities We Are Trojans We Are Connectors We Are Advancing Health We Are Global Back to We Are Global We Are Global Magnify your worldview and craft solutions to today’s most complex global problems. USC is your launchpad to gain international perspective and grow global networks — both essential for modern careers. Global Engagement Global Presence Educating Global Leaders Academics Back to Main Menu Schools & Academic Units Back to Schools & Academic Units Letters, Arts and Sciences Accounting Advanced Computing Architecture Art and Design Arts, Technology, Business of Innovation Business Cinematic Arts Communication and Journalism Dance Dentistry Dramatic Arts Education Engineering Gerontology Law Medicine Music Occupational Therapy Pharmacy Physical Therapy Professional Studies Public Policy Social Work Explore Our Programs Back to Explore Our Programs Explore Our Programs Discover the academic programs at USC that match your passion and interests. With 23 schools and academic divisions, we offer a range of undergraduate, graduate and professional majors. Majors & Minors Graduate & Professional Postdoctoral Programs Pre-College Programs Undergraduate Study Back to Undergraduate Study Undergraduate Study At USC, one of the best colleges in the U.S., you’ll work with leading experts and supportive faculty to build your path to success. Tap into USC’s dynamic, global community as you embark on your world-class undergraduate study. Your First-Year Experience Interdisciplinary Freedom Global Experiences Advising & Support Graduate & Professional Study USC International Academy USC Online High School Summer Programs Libraries Academic Calendar Schedule of Classes Life at USC Back to Main Menu Living in L.A. Campus Life Back to Campus Life Campus Life USC offers an endless variety of activities and events for students to get involved in. From student-run clubs and organizations to exclusive film screenings and outdoor yoga, there is something for everyone on campus. Housing & Dining Student Organizations and Clubs Community Service USC Village Campus Safety Health and Well-being Research & Creativity Back to Main Menu Research & Innovation Back to Research & Innovation Research & Innovation USC engages in forward-looking, collaborative research with industries around the world to find unprecedented and much-needed solutions for some of the most complex issues facing humanity today. Student Research Faculty Research Innovation Research Resources Office of Research & Innovation Creative Expression Our Impact Back to Our Impact Our Impact At USC, we are defining conversations, influencing policy and creating a healthier and more sustainable future for all. Our students, faculty and alumni are making an impact in Los Angeles and around the world. Inventing Solutions Exploring Medical Frontiers Creating New Knowledge Admission & Aid Back to Main Menu Undergraduate Admission Undergraduate Orientation Graduate Admission Graduate Orientation Financial Aid Visit USC USC Athletics USC Patient Care MyUSC News Events Visit Apply Giving Employees Students Faculty Alumni Families Directories What are you looking for? Search: Search Suggested Searches Majors & Minors Setting Up Students for Success Consistently rated among the nation’s leading institutions of higher education, USC is known for academic excellence, pioneering research opportunities, and a diverse and inclusive student experience and campus environment that attracts students from across the U.S. and worldwide. Learn more Show more Information (USC Photo/Dietmar Quistorf) Ready for the Future Our graduates leave USC prepared to make their mark on a changing world. Their classroom studies, lab work and real-world experiences combine to make them uniquely ready to contribute in concrete ways. Learn more A Great Start USC gives students an unmatched educational experience — and two-thirds of our undergraduates receive some sort of financial aid. What’s more, incoming first-year students from U.S. families with an annual income of $80,000 or less with typical assets can attend USC tuition free. Trojans provide support for NASA Artemis II mission Executive MBA student Ryan Crider and 2020 MBV alumnus Vladillen Gonzalez played critical roles in the historic space mission. USC Price students advise L.A. councilmember on designing safer streets Four Master of Public Administration students help the Los Angeles City Council’s Traci Park with making part of Washington Boulevard safer for bicycle riders. USC Marshall’s Student Investment Fund program celebrates 40th anniversary How USC Annenberg students are redefining journalism in the age of influencers Students in one journalism class are producing thorough text articles alongside creator-style videos. The pieces build off of each other, but can be distributed independently. USC Stem Cell doctoral student aims to shift paradigms in Alzheimer’s research Wynnie Nguyen was awarded a grant from the Cure Alzheimer’s Fund for studies aiming to stimulate growth of new brain cells and, ultimately, reverse the course of dementia. USC Marshall doctoral student awarded prestigious National Science Foundation research fellowship Amer Goef’s work at the frontier of quantum computing and operations research is recognized by the NSF. Top Headlines Visit USC News University During National Academy of Inventors conference in L.A., USC trustee makes the case for failure Mark Stevens — NVIDIA board member and venture capitalist — says risk-taking, persistence and long-term thinking remain essential to innovation. Jun 11, 2026 University USC names Gregg Goldman inaugural executive vice president for finance and operations He will lead the university’s budget and financial planning, public safety, IT, facilities and construction, real estate, campus housing and other auxiliary services. Jun 17, 2026 Athletics Sam Apuzzo named USC lacrosse head coach A world champion as a player with Team USA, she becomes the second lacrosse head coach in USC history. Jun 17, 2026 Health Body mass index found to drastically underestimate obesity levels in the U.S. A USC study finds one quarter of people with a “healthy” BMI meet the standard of clinical obesity, and 50% of those deemed overweight by their BMI would be reclassified as obese. Jun 1, 2026 USC United Against Alzheimer’s June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. Learn how USC researchers and clinicians are making groundbreaking strides in the treatment, prevention and care of the debilitating disease. Four-part series and videos in USC Trojan Family Magazine Collaborating in Research and Care This series showcases how USC researchers and clinicians are on the cusp of a revolution in Alzheimer’s prevention, making groundbreaking strides in the treatment, prevention and care of Alzheimer’s. In the near future, their discoveries promise to make the devastating disease a thing of the past. Can we prevent Alzheimer’s disease within a decade? USC researchers are on the cusp of a revolution in Alzheimer’s prevention. In the near future, their discoveries promise to make the devastating disease a thing of the past. To reduce Alzheimer’s risk, focus on overall health Researchers across USC are studying how lifestyle and environment influence dementia risk and resilience. They’re finding that what’s good for the body is also good for the brain. How AI and advanced computing are accelerating Alzheimer’s research Cutting-edge technologies developed by USC researchers are changing not just the pace of Alzheimer’s disease discoveries but also the ways scientists make those discoveries. Caring Connections Keck School of Medicine of USC practitioners connect Alzheimer’s patients and their caregivers to leading-edge research — and, just as importantly, to compassionate care. Spotlight: USC Leventhal School of Accounting A global leader in accounting education, the USC Leventhal School of Accounting combines academic excellence with a forward-looking, industry-connected approach. With top-ranked programs, a close-knit learning environment and deep ties to the business community, Leventhal prepares students with the technical expertise, critical thinking and an ethical foundation to lead across accounting, finance and data-driven industries. Learn More About USC Leventhal academic excellence USC Leventhal partners with USC football for financial wellness workshops Transformative scholarship Rethinking audit regulation: Why testing should come before mandates alumni impact SpaceX CFO Bret Johnsen on space innovation and the Trojan Network Around the University View this post on Instagram A post shared by USC (@uscedu) View this post on Instagram A post shared by USC Marshall School of Business (@uscmarshall) View this post on Instagram A post shared by USC Norris Cancer Center (@uscnorriscancercenter) USC EVENT CALENDAR Thinking about USC? Explore Our Programs Visit USC University Park Campus (Map) 213-740-2311 Health Sciences Campus (Map) 323-442-2000 Tommy Cam Hecuba Cam About USC Office of the President Office of the Provost Economic Impact Policies and Core Documents Sustainability Patient Care Find a Provider Hospital and Clinic Locations Keck Medicine of USC Medical Services and Programs Request an Appointment USC Student Health Quick Links Campus Events Campus Safety Careers at USC How to Access Campus Pressroom We Are SC Privacy Notice Notice of Non-Discrimination Digital Accessibility Smoke-Free Policy Copyright © 2026 University of Southern California