So I found out about USC pretty late in the college app process and missed the Dec 1 deadline. I know it’s kind of late to ask now, but is there still a shot of the admissions office seeing my application and considering me for a merit scholarship or are Dec 1 applicants the only ones considered? I know this is probably not true and just wishful thinking on my part but I’m starting to realize that I will probably need some kind of merit scholarship or else I won’t be able to afford the school…
If you missed the deadline, then you will not be considered for merit aid. There is, however, an extremely small chance that some deans and other smaller scholarships will be given out with the March / April round.