Among the most selective in the Northeast — top graduate earnings
University of Southern California is a private institution in Los Angeles with particular strength in business and engineering. With an average SAT of 1501, the school attracts a competitive applicant pool.
A large campus of 20.8K undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
92% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $92,498 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $31,927.
Established
1880
Motto
Latin: Palmam qui meruit ferat
Mascot
TravelerTommy Trojan (unofficial)
Type
Private research university
Division
Division I
10%Acceptance
1501SAT Avg
20,817Students
9:1Student:Faculty
92%Grad Rate
$92,498Earnings 10yr
$31,927Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate10.0%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1501
Reading & WritingMid: 720
700760
MathMid: 755
740790
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 34
3235
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$68,237
Room & Board$19,198
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$84,678
Average Net Price$31,927
Median Debt at Graduation$18,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$191
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$15,470
$30–48K$13,692
$48–75K$18,993
$75–110K$29,865
$110K+$56,347
Programs (341)
Student Body
Undergrads
20,817
Gender Split
52% / 48%
Women / Men
First Generation
25%
Pell Grant Recipients
22%
Race & Ethnicity
White 28%
Black 7%
Hispanic 18%
Asian 25%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 14%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate92.0%
Freshman Retention96.5%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$74,461
8 Years$87,601
10 Years$92,498
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$81,200
Men
$98,600
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Source: Wikipedia