Partially funded

USC Need-Based Financial Aid (U.S. citizens and eligible non-citizens)

University of Southern California, United States

Scholarship overview

USC meets 100 percent of USC-determined financial need for undergraduates who meet all deadlines and eligibility requirements. About two-thirds of undergraduates receive some aid, including need-based grants, merit scholarships, Federal Work-Study and loans. International students are not eligible for federal or USC need-based aid.

Award Information

  • U.S. citizens and eligible non-citizens such as permanent residents, refugees or asylees.
  • Undocumented students who meet California Dream Act requirements or have DACA status.
  • A valid Social Security number where required.
  • All published deadlines met; late applicants may receive reduced funds.
  • Need = cost of attendance minus expected family contribution.
  • 2026-27 estimated cost of attendance: $103,162 on campus, $102,792 off campus, $94,630 with parents or relatives, including $75,384 tuition and $1,952 fees.
  • Early Decision: November 1, 2026.
  • Early Action: November 15, 2026.
  • Regular Decision: February 3, 2027.
  • Transfers: March 2, 2027; Cal Grant deadline for California residents March 2, 2027.
  1. Submit the FAFSA and the CSS Profile by the deadline (undocumented or DACA students submit their 2025 tax return instead of the FAFSA).
  2. Provide any additional documents requested through the FAST portal.

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How selection works

USC analyses parental income and assets, family size, siblings in college and parental age using federal and institutional methodologies.

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