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Breakdown of “Social Life” at USC
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By Gender
MaleB
FemaleB
 
By Major
AccountingC+
Aerospace EngineeringB-
ArchitectureC+
Architecture & Urban Planning DepartmentA+
Art & Design DepartmentA+
BiologyA-
Business - Management and AdministrationB
Chemical EngineeringA+
ChemistryC
Civil EngineeringC
CommunicationsB+
Computer EngineeringB-
Computer ScienceB+
EconomicsC+
Electrical EngineeringA-
Engineering DepartmentB-
EnglishB
FinanceA+
Fine Arts - Painting/Sculpture/Photography/etcA-
History/Histories (art history/etc.)B
Industrial Operations EngineeringA
JournalismB
KinesiologyA+
Language - French/Spanish/etc.C+
MathB
Mechanical EngineeringB
Music - Composition/TheoryA
Music - PerformanceA
Neuroscience/Cognitive ScienceD+
OtherB-
Perfomance ArtsA
PharmacyF
PhilosophyB
Political ScienceC-
PreDent and DentistryA+
PreMed and MedicalC+
PsychologyB
Public PolicyA
Religion/ReligiousC-
SociologyA+
TelecommunicationsB+
UndecidedB
Urban PlanningA+
Video/MediaA+
 

Against similar schools
Social Life compared with similar schools in class.

University of Southern California
 B
Average of All Schools
 C+
Average of schools in class
 B-

University of California -- Santa Barbara
 B+
University of California -- Berkeley
 B-
New York University
 B-
Stanford University
 B-
Boston University
 B-
George Washington University
 B
University of California -- San Diego
 C-
F
A+

Quotes touching on Social Life

“... As someone who was accepted at another prestigious college (Stanford), I chose USC because it offered me the opportunity to grow intellectually ...”
 
“... 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 ...”
 
“... Supposedly, one of the benefits of going to USC was the social atmosphere ...”
 
“... 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 ...”
 
“... 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...”
 
“... Social life at USC is centered around frats and sororities ...”
 
“... The social life is abysmal ...”
 
“... 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 heavy handed social engineering creates a suffocating atmosphere where nobody feels free to express their thoughts or ideas ...”
 
“... The social scene is good, but is dominated by the Greek system ...”
 
“... CAMPUS LIFE The social life is dominated by 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...”
 
“... I'm no social butterfly, and if I can make the college work, then there's no excuse for the rest of you ...”
 
“... The social life is the same as academic, you have to go and put yourself out there for it to work ...”
 
“... But I've been to NYC, and even if some people are cold there, they are willing to socialize and strike up a conversation ...”
 
“... In addition, many people seem to have their minds stuck on social ventures as many have pointed out here ...”
 
“... Frankly, if you're not rich and white, be prepared to be left out of the social circle ...”
 
“... 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...”
 
“... 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 ...”
 
“... Greek life is a visible social force because it is homogeneous ...”
 
“... There are very few schools that offer the incredible balance of an excellent social life and rigorous academics at the undergraduate level ...”
 
“... 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 ...”
 
“... Everyone knows you go to Leavy to socialize ...”
 
“... 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...”
 
“... 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...”
 
“... 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 ...”
 
“... don't come here for academics or an open social scene ...”
   

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