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The University of Southern California - Social Life Ratings
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By Gender  | | Male | B+ | | Female | A- |
| By Major | | Accounting | B | | Aerospace Engineering | B | | Architecture | A- | | Architecture & Urban Planning Department | A+ | | Art & Design Department | A+ | | Biology | A- | | Business - Management and Administration | A- | | Chemical Engineering | A+ | | Chemistry | B- | | Civil Engineering | B | | Communications | A- | | Computer Engineering | A- | | Computer Science | B+ | | Economics | B | | Electrical Engineering | A- | | Engineering Department | B+ | | English | A- | | Finance | A+ | | Fine Arts - Painting/Sculpture/Photography/etc | B- | | History/Histories (art history/etc.) | A- | | Industrial Operations Engineering | A | | Journalism | B+ | | Kinesiology | A+ | | Language - French/Spanish/etc. | C+ | | Math | A- | | Mechanical Engineering | B | | Music - Composition/Theory | A | | Music - Performance | A | | Neuroscience/Cognitive Science | C+ | | Nursing | F | | Other | B | | Perfomance Arts | B | | Philosophy | A- | | Political Science | B- | | PreDent and Dentistry | A+ | | PreLaw and Legal | A | | PreMed and Medical | A- | | Psychology | B | | Public Health | B+ | | Public Policy | A | | Religion/Religious | C- | | Sociology | A+ | | Telecommunications | B+ | | Undecided | B | | Urban Planning | A+ | | Video/Media | B |
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Quotes touching on Social Life | “... Supposedly, one of the benefits of going to USC was the social atmosphere ...” |
| “... Social life at USC is centered around frats and sororities ...” |
| “... The social life is abysmal ...” |
| “... The heavy handed social engineering creates a suffocating atmosphere where nobody feels free to express their thoughts or ideas ...” |
| “... But I've been to NYC, and even if some people are cold there, they are willing to socialize and strike up a conversation ...” |
| “... Frankly, if you're not rich and white, be prepared to be left out of the social circle ...” |
| “... It takes a very assertive person to make friends since the suites are extremely isolating and anti-social, you'll likely not have most classes wit...” |
| “... As someone who was accepted at another prestigious college (Stanford), I chose USC because it offered me the opportunity to grow intellectually ...” |
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As far as the social scene goes and the appearance of the students, I think USC only continues to be a positive experience in these aspects .....” |
| “... The social life at USC wasn't great for most people, but it has excellent eduational resources, and if you study hard, you can get a superior edu...” |
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“... Anyone who complains about the lack of a
social scene in a city or a campus as diverse as this
didn't try at all ...” |
| “... The social scene is good, but is dominated by the Greek system ...” |
| “... That isn't to say my way is the only way, but if you are an outgoing, social person who isn't afraid of a big urban environment this is a great s...” |
| “... The social life is the same as academic, you have to go and put yourself out there for it to work ...” |
| “... I personally like that atmosphere - where you can do your work and hence learn from some of the best teachers of any university (USC has good pr...” |
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The social life is great (and I hate the Greek system, so I'm not even talking about the Row), especially if you join clubs and do other activ...” |
| “... they let the social life take control of their lifestyle, and then marshall curve screwed them for not studying like the rest of the smart people...” |
| “... The social life is great here, and you don't have to be a greek to feel like you belong ...” |
| “... It balances academics, athletics, and social life ...” |
| “... There are very few schools that offer the incredible balance of an excellent social life and rigorous academics at the undergraduate level ...” |
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What makes USC unique is the way it combines a top-notch academic program with a fun and exciting social life ...” |
| “... The social life is amazing ...” |
| “... I believe every single criteria is grossly underrated, especially the quality of classes, social life, and surrounding city ...” |
| “... USC has great academic programs, a diverse student body from all over the world, tons of opportunities to get involved (even if Greek isn't your ...” |
| “... One certainly doesn't have to join a fraternity or sorority to have a social life ...” |
| “... I love this school, it was the greatest time of my life socially, academically and prepared me for the real world ...” |
| “... The campus is beautiful with a balance mix of academics, social life, and sports ...” |
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“... Positives:
-Has a solid academic reputation that will continue to get better
-Beautiful campus and good location in Los Angeles
-Good programs...” |
| “... However, the combination of strong academics and a strong social life was perfect for me ...” |
| “... all of the engineers here could pass for business majors as far as social savvy goes ...” |
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Social scene:
The student body is incredibly diverse: party animals, gamers, international, republicans, democrats ...” |
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The main social outlet here is greek life, but there are many alternatives out there if you're not into that ...” |
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Social Life:
I am not a part of the greek system ...” |
| “... Overall, factoring in academics, college life, social scene, opportunities and experiences I think that USC offers one of the best college experi...” |
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That said, the Greek System has engulfed much of the social life at USC, which is unfortunate ...” |
| “... USC is more of a place for social development than intellectual development - and so far, I believe that I made the right decision to come here ...” |
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Social life sucks if you are not into the greek scene - walk around campus and eveyrone is wearing their letters - its all good except for tha...” |
| “... Greek life dominates the social scene ...” |
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CAMPUS LIFE
The social life is dominated by greek system ...” |
| “... I'm no social butterfly, and if I can make the college work, then there's no excuse for the rest of you ...” |
| “... In addition, many people seem to have their minds stuck on social ventures as many have pointed out here ...” |
| “... Greek life is a visible social force because it is homogeneous ...” |
| “... Everyone knows you go to Leavy to socialize ...” |
| “... If you are the next Olympian, NFL star, or Hollywood socialite, this school can and WILL launch you into stardom ...” |
| “... If you are the next Olympian, NFL star, or Hollywood socialite, this school can and WILL launch you into stardom ...” |
| “... Game days are so much fun and the social scene is abundant ...” |
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Social Scene - pretty much like I said about facilities, you are isolated from the main campus and relegated to the 10 or 15 other students i...” |
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My advice: apply to this school if you are SERIOUS about not having a social life and enjoying one of the best and most rigorous majors US...” |
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That being said, if you have to money or can get grants/scholarships you might consider USC if you think you will:
-join a frat/sorority
-p...” |
| “... USC is an excellent school for education, but be wary of the social scene ...” |
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