<p>USC has got to have one of the worst applicant status portals of all time.</p>
<p>I created an youSC account to check the status of my documents and I can’t understand it. Under required documents it says "Supplement PDF" but I submitted mine on the Common App, do I still need to send a PDF copy? Also, what is the document library? Are these documents I need to upload? In there I see transcript and letters of recommendation listed which do not appear under the "received documents" tab, even though I sent those in well before December 1st. I also see an option to upload an essay with the prompt "Tell us a story about yourself which will help us to know you better. Illuminate one or more themes, events or individuals that have helped shape you."; do we need to answer this as well? Sorry if I could not explain this clearly but I literally do not know to tell if they've received the required materials.</p>
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<p>My D and I took a look together at her YouSC account after Comm App indicated that USC had downloaded her app, she had sent her scores and her high school had sent her transcript. I agree that it is not the most straightforward app portal we have seen, especially in the way it presents the items the applicant has satisfied vs. items still required. </p>
<p>D’s portal stated: “it appears that USC requires no additional information at this time.” If you have this message, you should be fine. </p>
<p>The Document Management System page of YouSC account is a bit confusing but it appears that each item listed under the “Received Documents” tab HAS been received by USC for D’s application. </p>
<p>I believe the function of the “Documents Library” tab is to allow students to send additional documents if needed or requested. </p>
<p>If you are concerned, you should considering contacting your USC admissions counselor (you can search for the one assigned to your area) and direct your question to that individual directly. </p>
<p>Good luck. </p>
<p>Having the same issues.</p>