This unique Bachelor of Science degree offers a highly select group of students an integrated, four-year course of study that provides in-depth learning in four core areas, deemed new literacies for the 21st century: art and design; engineering and computer science; business and venture management; and communication. Through the Academy’s Core, students learn applied skills and gain understanding of the theories, concepts, and “language” common to each area, and the innovative potential where they intersect. Academy electives serve to customize each student’s experience to their individual strengths or desired focus. The fourth-year Garage Experience moves student teams from concept to creation, vision to prototype. Throughout the program students are taught to think seamlessly across multiple disciplines, and to apply a vast array of relevant technologies and techniques toward innovative problem solving.
The degree requires a total of 128 units, including 76 units in the Core and 12 units in major electives. Students must select elective courses from the Academy’s approved list of offerings in Design, Technology, Venture Management, Communication and Health Innovation, or from future electives as they become available. In consultation with their academic adviser, students may petition to create unique degree paths by selecting additional courses from academic units or disciplines outside of the Academy. In addition to required courses, students may elect to register for other Academy experiences such as domestic and international study tours, study abroad, industry and impact labs, and internships.
Academic qualification equivalents
English language requirements (one of the below):
Type of University | Private |
Established | 1880 |
Rank | 18th in the USA (Times Higher Educations Rankings) |
Seasonal of Intake | January |
Number of Programs available | Approximately 95 undergraduate and nearly 150 graduate courses |
Academic Departments | 2 primary faculties and 17 professional schools |
Test Scores Accepted | IELTS or equivalent |
Financial Aid | Available as Scholarships, Grants and Awards |
Helpline | ask.usc.edu/app/ask or (213) 740-1111 |
Before enrolling to study in the United States, international students should make a basic list of expenses such as housing, travel, and stay. The following is an estimate of the cost of studying in the United States for international students.
The cost of various courses available to overseas students at USC varies depending on the programme. The tuition fees for some of the most popular programmes for the next academic year 2020-21 are listed below.
Name of Program | Undergraduate (in USD) | Graduate (in USD) |
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Arts | 72,000 (BA) | - |
Business | 96,000 (BBA, 4 yrs) | 41,100 (MBA) |
Communication | 72,000 (B. Com) | - |
Computer Sciences | 84,000 (Bachelors) | - |
Engineering | 118,400-148,000 | - |
The following is a list of expenses to consider in addition to tuition fees:
Type of Expenditure | Cost (in USD, per year) |
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Accommodation | 9,616 |
Meals | 6,300 |
Tuition | 57,256 |
Books and Supplies | 1,200 |
Personal and Miscellaneous | 1,564 |
Transportation | 584 |
Tuition Fees in USA (1st Year Average) | BE/Btech: USD 28300 | MS: USD 22693 | BBA: USD 26616 | MBA: USD 29558 | BSc: USD 29418 | MA: USD 20452 | MIS: USD 22133 | MFin: USD 37683 | MEng: USD 29558 | MIM: USD 35301 | MEM: USD 23254 | MArch: USD 34741 | MFA: USD 28857 | BHM: USD 27176 |
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in USA | USD 700 to 1000 Per Month |
Entrance Exams in USA | TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177 |
Work and Study in USA | Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. Know More |
Post Study Work Permit in USA | One to Two Years after graduation depending on the course. |
Cost of Student Visa in USA | USD 160 |
Student Visa in USA | F1 Visa for USA allows you study permit in USA in full time academic courses. Any accredited school, college, university, academic institute, seminary, or conservatory in USA must accept you beforehand to apply for F1 visa in USA. Know More |
Intakes in USA | There are Three Intakes in USA: Fall (August-September), Spring (January) Know More |
Top Job Sectors in USA | Health Care, Education, Construction, Hospitality & Tourism, Business Services, Finance. |
Economy in USA | GDP Growth of 2.1% (Q4 2019), The Larges Economy of the World by Nominal |
Tuition & fees :
$ 27,660
Total
$ 27,660