University of Southern California Graduate School Admission Results

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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
Chemistry PhD
January 11, 2025
Accepted on 9 Jan
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Accepted on 9 Jan
Fall 2025
American
GPA 3.40

Accepted by email from PI. One year of research experiences. One pub with 3rd author.

University of Southern California
Psychology PhD
January 10, 2025
Interview on 19 Dec
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Interview on 19 Dec
Fall 2025
American

Invited to the in-person interview weekend after having an informal interview/"chat" with my PI of interest in October and a formal interview after submitting my application in December

University of Southern California
Computer Science PhD
January 10, 2025
Interview on 17 Jan
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Interview on 17 Jan
Fall 2025
International
University of Southern California
Clinical Psychology PhD
January 09, 2025
Interview on 9 Jan
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Interview on 9 Jan
Fall 2025
American
GPA 4.00

Official interview invite for 1/23 and 1/24.

University of Southern California
Clinical Psychology PhD
January 09, 2025
Interview on 9 Jan
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Interview on 9 Jan
Fall 2025
American
University of Southern California
Chemistry PhD
January 09, 2025
Accepted on 8 Jan
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Accepted on 8 Jan
Fall 2025
International
GPA 4.00

Was asked for additional LOR from summer research PI on 12/19. Accepted by email from professor

University of Southern California
Educational Studies PhD
January 07, 2025
Interview on 7 Jan
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Interview on 7 Jan
Fall 2025
International

applied for k-12 concentration; current masters student from ed policy adjacent field; asked for a 30 minute interview on 1/9 with POI; so excited!

University of Southern California
Clinical Psychology PhD
January 07, 2025
Interview on 6 Jan
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Interview on 6 Jan
Fall 2025
American

Prelim with SH

University of Southern California
Gerontology PhD
January 07, 2025
Interview on 16 Dec
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Interview on 16 Dec
Fall 2025
American
University of Southern California
Computer Science PhD
January 06, 2025
Interview on 16 Dec
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Interview on 16 Dec
Fall 2025
International
GPA 3.80
University of Southern California
Education PhD
January 06, 2025
Interview on 6 Jan
Total comments
Interview on 6 Jan
Fall 2025
International
University of Southern California
Electrical And Computer Engineering PhD
January 05, 2025
Interview on 17 Dec
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Interview on 17 Dec
Fall 2025
International
University of Southern California
Chemistry PhD
January 04, 2025
Accepted on 3 Jan
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Accepted on 3 Jan
Fall 2025
American
University of Southern California
Electrical Engineering Masters
January 04, 2025
Accepted on 27 Dec
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Accepted on 27 Dec
Fall 2025
International
GPA 3.87
University of Southern California
Computer Science PhD
January 01, 2025
Interview on 17 Dec
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Interview on 17 Dec
Fall 2025
American
GPA 3.76
University of Southern California
Computer Science PhD
December 27, 2024
Interview on 27 Dec
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Interview on 27 Dec
Fall 2025
International
GPA 3.99

2 top conference first author (1 under reviewed)

University of Southern California
Biological Sciences PhD
December 20, 2024
Interview on 19 Dec
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Interview on 19 Dec
Fall 2025
American
GPA 3.50
University of Southern California
Neuroscience PhD
December 19, 2024
Interview on 19 Dec
Total comments
Interview on 19 Dec
Fall 2025
International
University of Southern California
Biomedical Sciences PhD
December 19, 2024
Interview on 19 Dec
Total comments
Interview on 19 Dec
Fall 2025
International
GPA 3.88

PIBBS

University of Southern California
Biological Sciences PhD
December 19, 2024
Interview on 19 Dec
Total comments
Interview on 19 Dec
Fall 2025
International

PIBBS

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