<p>The majors are never impacted at USC (meaning kids at USC do not have trouble getting the classes they need, etc), but certain Schools (Marshall, Cinema, Thornton) have a set number of admits and special criteria (talent, ECs, etc) to be met that sometimes go beyond those for College of LAS (Dornsife). </p>
<p>It is generally thought that the Dornsife majors are the most open with regard to spaces available and must only pass the review of the general admissions office. Applying to a specific School, however, could give a boost to a student with particular talents and awards. Just depends.</p>