Finding individual college merit scholarship information can take a lot of time. Instead, we’ve gathered the statistics you need to know about USC’s merit scholarships, at a quick glance.
Before diving in, make sure to review The Ultimate Guide to Merit Scholarships.
USC’s Merit Scholarships Statistics
- Percentage of students with no financial need: 50%
- Percentage of students with no financial need who were awarded merit scholarships: 40%
- Average dollar amount of non-need based merit scholarships: $18,463
USC’s Merit Scholarships
National Merit Finalist Presidential
- Summary: The National Merit Finalist Presidential Scholarship provides support first-year students who have been designated National Merit Finalists and name USC as their first choice college with the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
- Qualifications: Applicants will be selected based on PSAT performance.
- How many are available: Varies
- Deadline: Applicants must submit USC as their first choice to the National Merit Scholarship Corporation by May 30th.
- Award amount: Up to half tuition (approx. $33,320)
USC Associates
- Summary: The USC Associates Scholarship is awarded to students who achieve at the highest level with the most demanding curriculum.
- Qualifications: All applicants are considered based on SAT or ACT, GPA, school leadership, and community service.
- How many are available: Approx. 10 awards
- Deadline: Submit Common Application and USC Supplement with required materials Early Action by November 1.
- Award amount: $20,000
Asian Pacific Alumni Association
- Summary: The Asian Pacific Alumni Association Scholarship is awarded to those with active involvement in the Asian-Pacific American community.
- Qualifications: Candidates should have a minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale), demonstrate active involvement in the Asian-Pacific American community, and be enrolled full-time at USC. Awarded students are required to complete 15 community service hours with APAA.
- How many are available: Varies
- Deadline: March
- Award amount: Varies
Black Alumni Association
- Summary: The Black Alumni Association Scholarship is awarded to competitive candidates who have demonstrated strong leadership or community service within the Black Community.
- Qualifications: Selection generally prioritizes both merit and financial need. Awarded students are required to complete community service hours.
- How many are available: Approx. 130 awards
- Deadline: March
- Award amount: $1,000-$10,000
Hong Kong Schools Alumni Federation
- Summary: The Hong Kong Schools Alumni Federation is for students who attend school in Hong Kong.
- Qualifications: All applicants must attend school in Hong Kong. Additionally, applicants must show academic excellence, leadership, and community service.
- How many are available: 1 award
- Deadline: Submit Common Application and USC Supplement with required materials Early Action by November 1.
- Award amount: Full tuition (approx. $69,900)
Lambda LGBT Alumni Association
- Summary: The Lambda LGBT Alumni Association Scholarship is awarded to students regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
- Qualifications: All applicants must show academic achievement, personal merit, and contribution to the LGBT community.
- How many are available: Approx. 11 awards
- Deadline: February
- Award amount: $2,000-$12,000
Latino Alumni Association
- Summary: The Latino Alumni Association Scholarship is awarded based on academic achievement, leadership, and active involvement in the Latino community.
- Qualifications: All applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale). Additionally, they must show leadership and active involvement in the Latino community. Awarded students are required to complete professional development activities throughout the year.
- How many are available: Varies
- Deadline: March
- Award amount: $2,000-$5,000
To learn more about USC’s Merit Scholarship opportunities, visit here.
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