Hi, I have a 1440 SAT and 4.57 GPA and I’m applying to USC’s marshall school of business. My extra curriculars are starting my own llc, investing, varsity tennis, beta club, and science olympiad state medalist. What do we think my chances of getting in are? I’m also taking the december SAT hoping to get closer to a 1500 by raising my math score. I’ve studied a lot. What are my chances now and what are my chances if I get a 1480-1500?
In terms of getting “Chanced” for USC, it is virtually impossible for others to predict what may or may not occur in your specific case. With an admit rate now below 12% and falling, and with 4K+ applicants with 4.0 unweighted GPAs and test scores in the 99th percentile among those not gaining admission, your success will instead likely depend on too many potential factors for anyone to correctly evaluate… making predicting admission nearly impossible. But this also shows that they admit many without perfect grades or test scores. They are after all seeking to craft a well-rounded and diverse freshman class comprised of those who actually have a strong affinity for or connection to USC. They do aim to admit those who they project will thrive well at USC and bring something unique to the campus environment.
So your individual admission decision will likely come down to a composite and holistic analysis of your stats coupled with writing ability / essays, ECs, potential leadership roles, potential other unique qualifiers (URM, First Gen, geography, demographics, etc.), your Why USC? explanation/reasoning, etc. And that “Why USC?” explanation is likely the most important single component of your application. You do need to provide a well-thought out and well-researched answer as to why attending USC is truly significant and important to you specifically. And moreover, USC does want to gain a sense as to what you will be uniquely contributing to the greater USC community if admitted.
I suggest reading through the very helpful insider’s guide to USC admissions…
https://tfm.usc.edu/a-guide-to-uscs-college-admissions-process/
Good Luck…
Hi-I am a junior now and I USC is my first choice. Can you please tell me if you got in? I am curious as my stats are very close to yours.
I ended up getting my SAT to 1510 btw. I get my decision sometime this month and will let you know.