University of Southern California admissions
Los Angeles, CA
University of Southern California acceptance rate
9.8%
8,050 of 82,027 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Most selective. With a rate like this, University of Southern California is a reach for nearly every applicant, whatever their record.
Key numbers
- Yield: 43% of admitted students enrolled (3,489 of 8,050).
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Common questions about University of Southern California
What is the acceptance rate at University of Southern California?
University of Southern California admitted 9.8% of applicants (8,050 of 82,027) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at University of Southern California?
3,489 of the 8,050 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 43%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
How do you compare at University of Southern California?
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