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What gpa is required for USC and is it worth it to go out of state for college?
I want to go to college in California but my parents won't let me go unless I have more information to convince them it is a good idea to leave the state for college.
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Christina’s Answer
USC applicants need a GPA of 3.75+. Additionally, extracurricular activities and special talents are taken into consideration. While it is a great goal to go outside of your state for college, it's even more important to find colleges that are good fits. The qualities of a good fit are academics, social/emotional, and financial. Be sure and use tools like calculating your Expected Family Contribution and using the Net Price Calculator for colleges to gain a deeper understanding of costs.
Christina, thank you!
Rani
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Noelle’s Answer
The biggest factor of going out of state for college is out of state tuition. A very cost affective alternative is attending a community college and obtain a 2 year Associates degree. Depending on your US citizenship status, you can be qualified to receive loans or even grants ( don't have to pay back ) so no money would come out of you personally. Then transfer to USC to finish your undergraduate degree ( ensuring all the credits you take can successfully transfer to USC). I moved to Southern California in 2021 for work. California overall is a very expensive state, even though it is beautiful. Taxes, rent, food, gas etc is more expensive than Texas. If It wasn't for my job that paid for my relocation here and I had a guaranteed income, I would have never thought to move here. Love it and staying here long term.
Below I've provide a link for you to attend an information session for first year students. During this discussion they will cover many questions you have, such as GPA, ACT/SAT scores, Tuition( both in state and out of state).
https://applyto.usc.edu/portal/mbus_virtual
Anything is possible, and if you really want to come to California, you will find away! Wishing you the best of luck.
"It's always sunny in southern California"
Below I've provide a link for you to attend an information session for first year students. During this discussion they will cover many questions you have, such as GPA, ACT/SAT scores, Tuition( both in state and out of state).
https://applyto.usc.edu/portal/mbus_virtual
Anything is possible, and if you really want to come to California, you will find away! Wishing you the best of luck.
"It's always sunny in southern California"
Noelle, thank you!
Rani
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david’s Answer
Hi, Rani,
You pose interesting questions. I have no answers, but maybe some questions will help you work through this.
- First, it will help you (and your parents) but a careful written list of pros and cons of going to California. That is, California in itself offers nothing regarding education. It has sunshine, beaches, lots of fun places to go. Since you're planning to commit four years and funding to be there, it can be a worthwhile exercise to be specific on choosing California.
- Second, going out of state is also not relative to seeking an education by itself. Generally, college is cheaper in state, and occasional trips home are cheaper and shorter. I agree there can be intrinsic educational aspects of being in a new environment, and I encourage you to put your thoughts on that in print. Seeing a statement on what you see as negative, and also what you see could be positive, may help you further in your plans.
Your questions are good and valid, and I'm sure are voiced by other students. My suggestions are only to assist in firming up your thoughts. I wish you the best, wherever you may go.
You pose interesting questions. I have no answers, but maybe some questions will help you work through this.
- First, it will help you (and your parents) but a careful written list of pros and cons of going to California. That is, California in itself offers nothing regarding education. It has sunshine, beaches, lots of fun places to go. Since you're planning to commit four years and funding to be there, it can be a worthwhile exercise to be specific on choosing California.
- Second, going out of state is also not relative to seeking an education by itself. Generally, college is cheaper in state, and occasional trips home are cheaper and shorter. I agree there can be intrinsic educational aspects of being in a new environment, and I encourage you to put your thoughts on that in print. Seeing a statement on what you see as negative, and also what you see could be positive, may help you further in your plans.
Your questions are good and valid, and I'm sure are voiced by other students. My suggestions are only to assist in firming up your thoughts. I wish you the best, wherever you may go.
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Aaron’s Answer
Hi! We could answer the GOA question but you really should contact an admissions advisor who will give you the most accurate information as they have the actual statistics. Lots of school publish their statistics also.
With regard to out of state. It depends on your finances and what you want to do. If your local school doesn’t offer the career path you want, I would say that’s a good time to start considering other schools.
With regard to out of state. It depends on your finances and what you want to do. If your local school doesn’t offer the career path you want, I would say that’s a good time to start considering other schools.