University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA · Private nonprofit · 20,443 undergraduates
Median earnings after attending
$103K
In-state tuition
$75K
Out-of-state tuition
$75K
Graduation rate
90%
Acceptance rate
10%
Median debt
$16K
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At a glance
| Average net price (published cost of attendance) | $95K |
|---|---|
| SAT average | 1495 |
| ACT composite (median) | 34.0 |
| First-year retention | 96% |
| Median earnings (all enrolled, incl. non-earners) | $78K |
| SAT math (median) | 755 |
| SAT reading & writing (median) | 700 |
| Undergraduate composition | 26% White · 7% Black · 20% Hispanic · 23% Asian |
| Official website | www.usc.edu/ |
Figures come from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and describe students who received federal aid. Statistics describe populations, not individuals — use them as one input among many.
Fields of study with published earnings
| Major | median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Engineering. | $107K | — |
| Computer Science. | $104K | $17K |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | $82K | — |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering. | $78K | $19K |
| Real Estate. | $76K | — |
| Civil Engineering. | $76K | $19K |
| Mechanical Engineering. | $75K | $16K |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | $72K | $20K |
| Industrial Engineering. | $71K | $22K |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | $67K | — |
| Chemical Engineering. | $66K | $16K |
| Accounting and Related Services. | $65K | — |
Compare with similar colleges in — CA
| College | In-state tuition | Graduation rate | Median debt | median earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National University | $13K | 43% | $12K | $74K |
| California Baptist University | $43K | 60% | $19K | $68K |
| Stanford University | $69K | 92% | $8K | $125K |
| Chapman University | $68K | 83% | $17K | $81K |
| Loyola Marymount University | $66K | 79% | $16K | $86K |
| Santa Clara University | $64K | 87% | $17K | $117K |
| University of San Diego | $62K | 81% | $19K | $93K |
| University of San Francisco | $62K | 66% | $18K | $95K |
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