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Campus Life

Campus Size

Large Campus
17,112
Total Undergrads
Including 692 Part-time
2,973
Degree-Seeking Freshmen
Including 1 Part-time
Gender Breakdown:
49% Women
51% Men

Athletics

NCAA Division I-A

Pacific-10 Conference

  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Baseball
  • Cross Country/Track

Total Varsity Sports

10
Men's sports coaches (Average salary: $615,439)
11
Women's sports coaches (Average salary: $188,500)
Athletics Details
Sport Varsity Men Varsity Women Club Intramural
Baseball 36 - Yes Yes
Basketball 15 15 - Yes
Football 107 - - -
Golf 9 8 Yes Yes
Rowing - 66 Yes -
Soccer - 26 Yes Yes
Swimming and Diving 32 30 - -
Tennis 12 11 Yes Yes
Track and Field, Indoor 2 39 - -
Track and Field, Outdoor 72 63 - -
Track and Field, X-Country - 18 Yes Yes
Volleyball 19 16 Yes Yes
Water Polo 40 45 Yes -
All Track Combined - - Yes -
Archery - - Yes -
Badminton - - Yes -
Cheerleading/Dance Team - - Yes -
Court Sports - - Yes Yes
Cricket - - Yes -
Cycling - - Yes -
Dance - - Yes -
Equestrian - - Yes -
Fencing - - Yes -
Field Hockey - - Yes Yes
Flag Football - - - Yes
Frisbee/Disc Sports - - Yes -
Ice Hockey - - Yes -
Indoor Fitness/Recreation - - Yes -
Lacrosse - - Yes -
Martial Arts/Self Defense - - Yes -
Mountaineering/Climbing - - Yes -
Roller Hockey - - Yes -
Rugby - - Yes -
Skating - - Yes -
Skiing - - Yes -
Softball - - Yes Yes
Squash - - Yes -
Table Tennis - - Yes -
Water Sports - - Yes -
Wrestling - - Yes -

Diversity

Student Total
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0.2%
Asian/Pacific Islander 18.9%
Black/non-Hispanic 4.3%
Hispanic 11.4%
Non-resident alien 18.3%
Race/Ethnicity unknown 6.8%
Two or more races 2.9%
White/non-Hispanic 37.2%
Disabilities
Percent of students with disability 3% or less

Services & Housing

Services Offered
  • Academic/Career counseling
  • Employment services for current students to find part-time positions
  • Job placement for graduates to find full-time employment
  • Daycare on campus for children of students
  • Library on campus
Living
  • On-Campus Housing
  • Meal plan offered, meals per week can vary

Clubs & Organizations

Musical Groups
  • Choral Groups
  • Concert Band
  • Jazz Band
  • Marching Band
  • Music Ensemble
  • Symphony Orchestra
Performance Arts
  • Dance
  • Drama Theater
  • Musical Theater
  • Opera
Journalism & Publications
  • Literary Magazine
  • Student Newspaper
  • Yearbook
  • Television Station
  • Radio Station
Reserved Officers' Training Corps (ROTC)
  • Army ROTC
  • Navy ROTC
  • Air Force ROTC
Other
  • Student Government

Safety Statistics

Arrests On Campus
Illegal Weapons Possession 7
Drug Law Violation 29
Liquor Law Violation 1
Criminal Offenses On Campus
Personal Crime 5
Property Crime 44

Notable Alumni

  • George Lucas (Class of '66), Film director
  • John Carpenter (Class of '71),Film director
  • John Wayne (Class of '29), Actor
  • Laura Ziskin (Class of '73), Film producer
  • Robert Zemeckis (Class of '73), Film director
  • Will Ferrell (Class of '90), Actor, entertainer
  • Neil Armstrong (Class of '70), Astronaut
Reviews: Dorm Life
  • Madison from Los Angeles, CA
  • 3
  • “The dorms are fine, I just don't particularly enjoy living with other people. Probably because I am a light sleeper and all my other room mates snore. Dorm life is…”

  • Jan-15-2012 » Read More
  • Second year from San Diego, CA
  • 5
  • “I lived in Fluor tower, an all-freshmen building, and I absolutely loved it! It was suite-style, which allowed everyone living on the same floor to truly bond and become close…”

  • May-23-2012 » Read More
  • Robert from Arvada, CO
  • 3
  • “My personal experience in the dorms was a little awkward. I entered my freshman year in the spring semester. This of course meant that everyone who had come in the…”

  • Aug-11-2012 » Read More
  • Melina from Elk Grove, CA
  • 5
  • “I currently live in Webb Tower and I absolutely love it. It's directly across from the Lyon Center (the main gym on campus) and has a meal hall known as…”

  • Sep-03-2012 » Read More
  • Jacob from Long Beach, CA
  • 3
  • “I don't personally live on campus but most of my friends do, and from what I hear it varies from dorm to dorm. For the most part however, people are…”

  • Sep-24-2012 » Read More

Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Food And Dining
  • 5
  • Current USC Student
  • May-06-2013 I am a current student here

    USC just remodeled all of their dining halls and they are amazing. The food quality is so much better than it used to be and there are more healthy options too.

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  • 4
  • Jane from Bayside, NY
  • Mar-05-2013 I am a current student here

    The dining hall food is definitely above average compared to many other schools. The time it would take for you to get tired of it would depend on your palette. Either way, if you want a change there are various choices of chain restaurants/cafes in the Campus Center including pizza and Chinese food.

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  • 5
  • Jess
  • Mar-03-2013 I am a current student here

    This school offers such a huge range of food. Dining halls, restaurants, fast food, you name it, USC's got it.

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  • 5
  • Ryan from Canyon Country, CA
  • Feb-26-2013 I am a current student here

    On campus food is really good. There are 5 dining halls and many other options, like fast food, fine dining and coffee houses also on campus. USC is in LA so there are LOTS of amazing places to eat!!

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  • 5
  • Joseph from Los Angeles, CA
  • Feb-20-2013 I am researching this school and have visited the campus

    There are two specific dining areas to eat at USC which both are amazing. You have Park side dining and EBK ( Every body's Kitchen) that have the most splendid of food. All their food is quick and easy to get but also diverse and have something new to try everyday. The beauty of USC is that their diverse environment means diverse food as well!

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Student Responses to Review Topic: Greek Life
  • 0
  • Current USC Student
  • May-06-2013 I am a current student here

    Greek life at USC is basically what you'd picture it to be like in tv shows or the movies. You meet a ton of great people and the process may seem intimidating but for those who are in it, it's worth it. I'm not in the greek system but I've heard great things about it and I would recommend rushing to see if it's right for you.

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  • 0
  • Jess
  • Mar-03-2013 I am a current student here

    Greek life is a relatively big part of the social life at USC. Personally, I am not in the greek system. You don't need to be greek to have a social life, however fraternities and sororities sure know how to have fun.

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  • 0
  • Ryan from Canyon Country, CA
  • Feb-26-2013 I am a current student here

    Amazing! So many different kind of Frats and Sororities to choose from. They put on may events and participate in a lot of community service.

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  • 0
  • Lily from Los Angeles, CA
  • Feb-22-2013 I am a current student here

    The greeks have way too much influence on campus. If that's your thing, you're set. If not, good luck avoiding their shenanigans.

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  • 0
  • Cooper from Roswell, GA
  • Jan-29-2013 I am a current student here

    Absolutely fantastic, but not overwhelming. I'm not personally a part of it, but I have plenty of friends who are and say that their frat brothers and sorority sisters truly are like family.

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  • 0
  • trojan4lyf3
  • Jan-08-2013 I am a current student here

    The Greek Life is very well known and many students are involved in it. It offers a group of people to spend time with. Also, it is a good way to make connections for future jobs or internships. While it is a great way to have fun and meet new people, it is not the only way.

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  • 0
  • Female from Sac
  • Jan-07-2013 I am a current student here

    LEGIT!!! The frats are awesome, girls can get into any party. A little more difficult for guys unless you're in that frat or have friends in that frat. But it's so fun

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  • 0
  • Anonymous
  • Dec-31-2012 I am a current student here

    Most significant greek life of any prestigious college if you consider USC to be one. That is all.

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  • 0
  • Jen from San Jose, CA
  • Dec-30-2012 I am a current student here

    Greek Life at USC is the biggest on the West Coast.It is where most of the partying at USC is done. It's not all about the parties though. It really creates strong friendships,encourages ambition and handwork, and makes the large campus seem much smaller. Joining was my best decision!

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