I got into both. CA resident. I do not qualify for FA. Was awarded Presidential at USC. Which one to attend? Do Presidential scholars receive the same recognition at USC as Trustee?
What do you mean by recognition?
Go over the financial situation with your family. Decide how much your cost of attendance will be at each choice.
Viterbi is an excellent engineering school. The Michelson Center will soon be completed which will be state of the art in all the latest technology. This facility will be a dynamic research powerhouse with an interdisciplinary focus.
My own brother is a graduate and felt well prepared to pass the registered engineering exam the first time and move forward in his career as a civil engineer. Read some of the comments from current students on the Viterbi website.
Presidential Scholarship recipients may live in the honors dorm and attend certain events for the top scholars. You will become a member of the Trojan Scholars Society and will have an advisor from the office of scholarships and fellowships. The Trojan Scholars Society arranges special social, academic and philanthropic events for members.
You will learn about the many cultural opportunities available in Los Angeles and meet scholars from around the world.