<p>I am currently in the World Bachelor in Business program (we call it WBB) and remembered how lost I was at this time last year during my college search. Because there is so little information on the WBB program around the WBB, I thought it would be a good idea to make a thread for students who are interested in the program to ask questions and post comments. Anyone who with a question, just ask away and I'll do my best to answer it (and if I can't I'll find someone who can). If you're looking for something more personal, just pm me and I can give you my email. </p>
<p>I look forward to hearing from you all! Fight on!</p>
<p>Thank you for staring the thread. Do you know if any merit aid scholarships (e.g. National Merit Finalist etc.) are also given during year 2, 3, and 4 when you are studying in other countries? If so, how much do they cover and are there any exchange rate etc. issues?
Thanks</p>
<p>Sorry for the delayed response. Mid terms have been pretty brutal recently. Thanks for the questions!</p>
<p>@MarketingG, I am loving the program so far. The students are really great and many of them have quickly become my closest friends here. Our stats are super varied so don’t let that be a deterrent to applying; we are a really diverse group where we each excel in different things (e.g. test scores, business experience, linguistic skills, etc.). </p>
<p>@victhaker, there are half and quarter tuition scholarships offered by the program as well as need based aid offered by USC for the year(s) you chose to spend there. There is no need to worry about exchange rates or any of that when it comes to the scholarships/aid. It is disbursed by the schools individually.</p>
<p>MJIWilson23, thanks so much for starting the thread. I’ve been quite lost, since there isn’t a lot of information available online about this programme.
I’d if you could give more general info about the programme and the stats for it as well. (averages… just so we have an idea)</p>
<p>I will be applying as a junior next sprint to USC. But I am thinking of applying to the cinematic arts program and business program. I know that I will be eligible for consideration for the cinematic arts program, however I have not met the Calculus requirement for the business program. Is there any chance for me? Would it be possible to apply to USC and take the calculus class there THEN apply to the business program?</p>
<p>Thanks so much for making this thread. I’m currently in the process of applying for the WBB. I was wondering if you had any tips for the application process? And maybe some advantages/disadvantages of the program?</p>
<p>HI MJIWilson23! ^^ I’m wondering if you had any business experience prior to your acceptance? Also, what is the WBB specifically looking for when they’re looking for a “qualified” student for this program? Thank you!</p>
<p>@emily I did have business experience before applying; I ran my father’s small fruit business in Toronto the summer before senior year. Highlighting it was pretty important I feel for getting into the program. </p>
<p>@poison I’m not really sure what you’re talking about. Are you a transfer or high school junior? If you’re still in high school, stay for the final year to take calculus. Competitive schools don’t really take kindly to juniors applying, especially for SCA or Marshall or the ultra-competitive BCA (business in cinematic arts) program. I’m not really sure about that stuff though since I’m just a WBB student and not a school rep</p>
<p>Here are some tips the program director gave me about what we look for. This should help a lot with the application.</p>
<p>"Qualities for this program that will probably be obvious to most applicants include:
academically strong and well-qualified
evidence of self-sufficiency and ability to adapt and thrive in new environments
curiosity and eagerness to learn about the world (literally and figuratively) of business</p>
<p>A few less obvious ones:
preference for strong quantitative/math skills, e.g., good performance in high school calculus this program is more quantitatively rigorous than the average business program (particularly in year two)
evidence that the student is knowledgeable/aware of how this program experience differs from a traditional four-year in-residence program.
ability to articulate the relative advantages of this program for the student and how this program aligns with the students objectives, goals and aspirations in college and beyond.
ideas about how students envision contributing to the program and campus communities in meaningful ways (e.g., as you are doing as an ambassador, as others are doing via peer language tutoring, etc etc) over the lifecycle of the program."</p>
<p>@jason, I’ll get back to your email personally in the morning.</p>
<p>I have one last question, what would you say the average GPA/SAT/ACT would be for WBB students? Since it is a new program, do you think the admissions are looking for students with higher academics or shows more qualifying factors for business/thriving in different environments?</p>
<p>Hey @MJIWilson ! First of all, thanks for making this thread
So, I am from Bolivia and I plan on applying for the WBB. I wonder if you can give me some info, like how are you liking the program so far?
Also, do they accept IB credits? I am currently on my senior year of high school, and I graduate on December so I’m not sure what are the policies or requirements for IB students.
Finally, any tips for the application process? I don’t quite have the prior experience you did, but my stats are pretty good and I have faith in my SATs. Thanks so much</p>
<p>My name is Diego and I am currently a freshman in the WBB program. I wanted to make sure that you got some answers until you hear from MJIWilson23. </p>
<p>First off, I love the program. I have no regrets about choosing it so far. The students in the program are all diverse, bright people and we hang out a lot outside of class. USC is a really fun place to be, and this first year has gone really well so far. </p>
<p>I did a couple of IB classes and as far as credits go, it’s basically up to USC and how they accept their IB credits. I can tell you that the IB HL Math credit will not be considered unfortunately, because Bocconi University requires a semester of math at USC. </p>
<p>As for the application process, take your time on the app! Make sure that it conveys who you are and how you will positively contribute to the program as a student. As you can probably tell by the supplemental essays, they are looking for internationally-minded people who can adapt to new places and understand that this will not be a normal college education. </p>
<p>Good luck on the process and let me know if you have any other questions!!</p>
<p>Hey @MJIWilson23
I am an Indian student who literally DREAMS of being a part of the WBB program.
I have a few questions. How much do the grades account for? Like I dont have the best of SAT scores. A modest 1340 on 1600. I don’t know if it is good enough for the WBB program which has a really low acceptance rate.
But I do have loads of activities including leadership activities and International exposure.
Like speeches at the UN, in Geneva, Summer programmes at Hong Kong University where I was awarded a scholarship and made a student representative. Also, I’ve helped an NGO connect up to nearly 30 countries and lobbied with their embassies in India as well as Geneva.
Also, I’ve won several national level business competitions and worked as an intern(market analyst) for a company which is a member of the National Stock Exchange of India.
What are my chances? </p>
<p>You sound like you have lots of relevant experience so don’t let your SAT scores deter you from applying. WBB accepts students on a holistic basis so you definitely have a chance of getting in. My advice would be to spend most of your application talking about all the different international and life experiences that you’ve had so far. </p>
<p>Thanks for keeping this thread going. In regards to the application process, when are you supposed to send your official transcript and score reports? Should those arrive at USC before Dec. 1st? </p>
<p>Hi @SarahMc77 ! My name is Tiffany and I am currently a freshman at USC who is in the WBB program. I would say that you should aim to get the official transcript and score reports to USC before December 1st just to be safe, but if you really cannot, just try to the “sent on” date before Dec. 1. Let me know if you have any other questions about the WBB application Good luck!</p>
Good luck!</p>