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#16 in MBA/PGDM in USA

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Q:   How can we compare the FT MBA rankings of USC and Arizona State University?
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A comparison of University of Southern California with Arizona State University over the years for the Financial Times MBA rankings is given below.

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USC

#50

#33

#21

Arizona State University

#59

#53

#53

Q:   What is the average salary offered to an MBA graduate of USC?
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The average salary of the USC MBA graduates was USD 142,184 (INR 1.36 Cr.). According to the facts, 71% of the full-time MBA students are employed within 90 days of graduation. A few of the top employers of MBA Class of 2025 include-

  • Amazon
  • EY
  • Microsoft
  • PwC
  • Deloitte
  • Adobe
  • Capital One
Q:   Is GMAT required to pursue an MBA at USC?
A: 

Yes, a GMAT score is required to get into the MBA course of Southern California University. The average GMAT score is 722 for Fall 2023 entering class. The application requirements to get into this course are:

  • Application for admission with $155 application fee
  • 4-year UG degree or equivalent
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two required essays (Additional one, optional)
  • A resume
  • TOEFL / IELTS score
Q:   How to apply for USC MBA?
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 In order to apply for the pg courses at the University of Southern California first of all review the programme and application requirements. Check application deadlines, appear for standardized tests and collect the required documents. Then complete the online application and submit the required documents. Lastly check your admission decision.

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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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College1st Year Tuition FeesRanking
INR 36.3 L - 1.35 Cr#153 QS, 2027
INR 35.09 L - 38.36 L#741 QS, 2027
INR 39.47 L - 1.04 Cr#58 QS, 2027
INR 15.9 L - 32.51 L#257 US News, 2026
INR 15.31 L - 41.7 L#1001 QS, 2027
INR 5.34 L - 1.18 Cr -/-
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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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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-

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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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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 th

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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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