An elite, private research university which boasts some of the best programs in the country, including the prestigious School of Cinematic Arts and School of Letters, Arts and Sciences. USC has
top-20 programs in film, engineering, english, and law. Overall, USC ranks just below rival
UCLA, however that is projected to change by
2012, and USC has been climbing the national ranks since being named Time "School of the Year" in 2000.
2009-2010 admissions to the university are extremely tough (23% acceptance rate versus
UCLA's 21% acceptance rate).
USC boasts incredible sports teams, including
football, where they have won the Rose Bowl three times since 2000 and a national championship in 2004. USC also has 12 national
baseball championships.
USC is extremely expensive, but has a higher salary rate after graduation than
UCLA. USC is also a better choice for entertainment industry jobs, as USC students have higher field interview records than
UCLA students. USC believes in a "Trojan Family" alumni network which give students a much needed advantage to find work in Los Angeles after graduation.
