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Selection Criteria

Selected on the basis of PSAT performance. Entering freshmen are considered if they have been designated National Merit Finalists and name USC as their first-choice college with the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.

Application process

Students will be contacted by the sponsoring agency.

Selection Criteria

For entering freshmen only. Candidates are selected by USC faculty and staff from an extremely competitive pool. Applicants pursue the most demanding curriculum and achieve at the highest level. Average SAT and ACT scores are in the top 1–2 percent of all students nationwide. In addition to academic criteria, candidates’ talent, involvement and leadership are considered.

Application process

Submit a completed 2009 Undergraduate Application with required materials by December 1, 2008. An interview is required for finalist candidates. Finalists will be contacted by the Office of Admission in February.

Selection Criteria

For entering freshmen only. Candidates are selected by USC faculty and staff from an extremely competitive international pool. Applicants pursue the most demanding curriculum and achieve at the highest level. Average SAT and ACT scores are in the top 1–2 percent of all students nationwide. In addition to academic criteria, candidates’ talent, involvement and leadership are considered.

Application process

Submit a completed 2009 Undergraduate Application with required materials by December 1, 2008. An interview is required for finalist candidates. Finalists will be contacted by the Office of Admission in February.

Selection Criteria

For entering freshmen only. Competitive candidates will be at the top of the applicant pool with respect to SAT scores, will typically be in the top 10 percent of their high school class, and will have extensive experience living and studying outside the United States.

Application process

Submit a completed 2009 Undergraduate Application by December 1, 2008. Submit all supporting documents, including proof of financial support, by January 10, 2009. No additional application is required.

Selection Criteria

For entering freshmen only. Competitive candidates will be at the top of the applicant pool with respect to GPA and SAT or ACT scores. Emphasis is placed on leadership within and outside the Jewish community. Recipients are expected to become involved with the USC Jewish community and to volunteer for prospective Jewish student recruitment activities.

Application process

Submit a completed 2009 Undergraduate Application and Jewish Leadership Scholarship application by December 1, 2008.