<p>I applied to USC my junior year, but I didn't get in. I'm actually going there next fall, after my senior year. USC has an early entrance program called the Resident Honors Program, which allows you to begin college a year early. That program actually doesn't have an application fee, at least it didn't when I applied. It might be worth a shot since the application is actually kind of fun (I sound like a masochist). USC is pretty expensive, but the application part is free and you've got the same shot at a scholarship as everyone else. Best of luck with your decisions.</p>