Academic Questions

USC’s average class size is 26 students! Discussion classes (which have smaller class sizes of about 15- 20 students) may be mandated for class sections with over 50 students to give everyone a chance to participate and ask questions in a smaller group.
Check out our post on the Best GE’s in multiple categories!
Check out these links below from Trojans in different communities!
Spice Up your Life! 2 Unit Courses for Fall 2016
Fun 2 Unit electives that bring you to 18
Easy 1 Unit classes - Reddit
Fun in 2 Units or Less - DailyTrojan
7 Awesome USC electives - Odyssey
Best USC Electives
Adding or changing a major or minor is as simple as meeting with your advisor! It takes as little as ten minutes and you’re all set to go. Your current advisor will refer you the advisor in the department you’re switching into and then they’ll have you all sorted. For people switching across schools/colleges, the process may involve an additional internal transfer application. Again, just ask your advisor! They have (most) of the answers :)

Campus Life Questions

Housing Questions

I recommend bringing a little vaccum in your apartment - Sophia ‘24
Check out some of our top posts on freshman residential halls:
The Freshman Dorm Guide
Freshman Move-In Tips
What to Bring to your Dorm 101
Freshmen Dorm Decor
Check out the USC Housing page for all things housing, as well as the features and amenities of all USC-owned housing options.
We know this is very subjective, so here are some of our opinions anyways:
Why Parkside IRC is the Best Freshman Dorm
A Review of Apartment vs Dorm Living
Reviewing Freshman Dorms

USC Resources

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Academic Questions