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Q:   What is the University of Southern California ranked in MBA?
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In the QS Global MBA rankings 2025, USC ranks at #34, whereas, in the previous year, it ranked at #37. This shows that the university's ranking improved in 2025. Indicators considered to evaluate these rankings are thought leadership, ROI, diversity, employability, entrepreneurship & alumni outcomes. The Global MBA rankings depict that USC ranks among the Top 100 Universities Worldwide in 2025. The duration of this course is 2 years. Also, for international students, this course is eligible for OPT-STEM extension.

Q:   What is the GMAT score for USC MBA?
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The University of Southern California acceptance rate for MBA course is 31%. The average GMAT score is 742 for the Class of 2025. The average GPA is 3.55. Other details for USC MBA are-

  • Average GRE: 322
  • Class size: 176
  • Average years of work experience: 6
  • International student percentage: 43%
  • Women: 31%
Q:   What are the different intakes for MBA Courses at USC?
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The University of Southern California offers only one primary intake for MBA Courses per year, which is the Fall Intake starting in July or August. The admission takes place in multiple rounds. International students are advised to apply within Round 1 and Round 2 so, they get sufficient time for the visa process.

Q:   What are the MBA rankings as per Bloomberg at USC?
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The University of Southern California offers 28 MBA programs for the International student. The University has been ranked at #111 globally, #28 in USA and #16 in MBA Courses as per Shiksha's Popularity Ranking. The Ranking as per Bloomberg is given below:

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University of Southern California MBA/PGDM
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Fee componentsAmount (for 1 - 4 years)
INR 61.35 L - 1.34 Cr
INR 8.15 L - 14.53 L
INR 2.16 L - 2.89 L
INR 55.48 K - 2.94 L
INR 6.28 L - 11.79 L
INR 78.49 L - 1.66 Cr
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INR 36.3 L - 1.35 Cr#153 QS, 2027
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No USC Merit Scholarship covers the full cost of attendance. The international students who apply by the appropriate deadline are eligible for USC Merit Scholarships. Students are awarded as per the comprehensive, holistic review of students' profile. 

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Himanshi Shekhar

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Answered 5 days ago

The admissions for B.A Courses at University of Southern California as a first year student takes place in the Fall Intake. There are three windows available for the Fall Intake-

Early Action (EA) & Early Decision (ED) – Nov 1, 2026

Regular Decision – Dec 1, 2026

Final Regular Decision – Jan 10, 202

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Khushi Arora

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The most competitive applicants of USC have the following scores (higher than the minimums). Here are the recommended scores - 

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TOEFL iBT111
IELTS 7 (or higher)
Duolingo130

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Bhumika Kaur

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Answered a month ago

For the Class of 2025, USC MBA placement rate is 71%, within 3 months of graduation. The average salary of the MBA graduates is USD 142,184 (Around INR 1.36 Cr.) and the signing bonus is USD 35,896. Top recruiting companies of USC are- 

  • Amazon
  • Microsoft
  • Deloitte
  • PwC
  • Nike
  • McKinsey & Company
  • Mattel

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Nishtha Singh

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Answered 2 months ago

Not the single most expensive university in the U.S. But, certainly one of the expensive universities to study in the U.S. The University of Southern California ranks at #64 in the Best Value Schools ranking by U.S. News for 2026. 

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