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University of Southern California

Los Angeles, CA · United States

University of Southern California sits in Los Angeles, CA, United States. We list 8 courses here, with estimated international tuition, the entry benchmark you would need and the work rights United States grants after graduation.

World rank

#109

Courses listed

8

Tuition from

≈ $68,000

Total per year

≈ $94,800

Courses at University of Southern California

The courses we track at this institution, with the estimated international tuition rate, entry benchmark and English requirement for each.

Course Level Tuition / yr Min % IELTS
BSc Accounting & Finance

Business & Management

Bachelor's ≈ $76,000 74% 6.5
BSc Business & Management

Business & Management

Bachelor's ≈ $76,000 77% 6.5
BSc Finance

Business & Management

Bachelor's ≈ $76,000 78% 6.5
BSc International Business

Business & Management

Bachelor's ≈ $76,000 78% 6.5
BSc Marketing

Business & Management

Bachelor's ≈ $76,000 77% 6.5
MA Law

Law

Master's ≈ $68,000 77% 6.5
MBA

Business & Management

MBA ≈ $86,000 74% 6.5
PhD Architecture

Architecture & Built Environment

PhD / Doctorate ≈ $0 75% 6.5

What does University of Southern California cost for international students?

Tuition at University of Southern California runs from about $68,000 to $86,000 a year across the courses we list, and living in Los Angeles, CA costs roughly $18,500 a year. A realistic all-in figure is about $94,800 a year.

Entry requirements for University of Southern California

Across these courses the typical competitive grade is around 76%, with an English requirement of IELTS 6.5. Postgraduate courses often add subject prerequisites or work experience on top.

Scholarships: Available at some institutions

Work and PR after graduating in the United States

United States lets graduates stay and work for 3 year(s) after finishing, with up to 20 hours a week of work permitted during term. Permanent-residency prospects are rated moderate.

F-1 student visa. STEM graduates get up to 3 years of OPT work authorisation (non-STEM fields get 1 year); the green-card route is employer-sponsored and can be lengthy.

Frequently asked questions

How much is tuition at University of Southern California for international students?

Across the courses we list, international tuition at University of Southern California runs from about $68,000 to $86,000 a year. Living costs in Los Angeles, CA add roughly $18,500 a year, for a realistic total near $94,800.

What grades do I need for University of Southern California?

The courses we list expect around 76% in your previous qualification on average. That is a benchmark for a competitive application, not a published cut-off — check the institution's own admissions page for the official minimum.

What IELTS score does University of Southern California require?

The courses we list at University of Southern California typically ask for IELTS 6.5 overall. Individual departments often add a per-band minimum, and TOEFL, PTE or Duolingo equivalents are usually accepted.

Does University of Southern California offer scholarships to international students?

3 of the 8 courses we list at University of Southern California record scholarship or funding options. Check the university's own funding pages for current awards, deadlines and eligibility.

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Estimated figures. Tuition, living costs and entry benchmarks on this page are estimates for guidance and comparison. Always confirm exact figures with the institution before you apply.

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