USC / Financial aid
Paying for USC
The sticker price is rarely what families pay. Here is what USC actually costs after aid, broken down by income, with the real numbers and a calculator for your situation.
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An estimate from published averages, not an offer. Always run USC's official net price calculator and file the FAFSA/CSS Profile for your real number.
Average net price by family income
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USC cost & aid FAQ
How much does USC cost after financial aid?
The average family pays about $37,500 per year at USC after grants and scholarships, against a sticker price of $89,006. Use the calculator to estimate your own net price by family income.
What does USC cost by family income?
At USC, the average total net price (tuition, room, board and fees, after aid) is about $14,668 per year for families earning under $30,000 and about $52,271 for families earning over $110,000. Net price rises with income because most aid is need-based.
Does USC offer free tuition?
Yes. USC waives tuition for families earning under $80,000 a year. That covers tuition itself; room, board and fees may still apply, so the total cost can be above zero.
Does USC give financial aid to international students?
Limited aid for international students, mostly merit. International applicants should confirm aid policies directly with USC's financial aid office.
Does USC meet full financial need?
Does not meet full need for everyone. Meeting need means the school aims to cover the gap between its cost and what your family can pay, as determined by the FAFSA and CSS Profile.
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