University of Southern California
Los Angeles's leading private research university, USC pairs the Marshall School of Business and Viterbi School of Engineering with the second-largest Indian student community of any US university and deep entertainment and tech industry ties.
#153
QS World Rank 2027
2,100+
Indian Students Enrolled
#2
Source Country: India (After China)
11,900+
International Students, Fall 2025
Why USC
Why Indian students choose USC
A Major Indian Student Hub
Over 2,100 Indian students study at USC, the second-largest source country after China among its ~12,000 international students.
Viterbi School of Engineering
One of the most respected engineering schools on the US West Coast, with strong ties to LA's aerospace and tech sectors.
Marshall School of Business
A top-ranked, AACSB-accredited business school known for entrepreneurship and entertainment-industry business programs.
Direct Access to LA's Tech and Entertainment Industry
Proximity to Silicon Beach, major studios, and a dense startup ecosystem gives USC students an unusually direct industry pipeline.
STEM OPT Advantage
STEM-designated master's programs qualify for a 24-month OPT extension, extending US work authorization to up to 3 years.
Large, Well-Resourced Private Research University
A top-153 global ranking (QS 2027) backed by one of the largest private endowments among US research universities.
Popular Programs
Top courses for Indian students
MS Computer Science
Viterbi School of Engineering
MS Applied Data Science
Viterbi School of Engineering
MBA
Marshall School of Business
BS Computer Science
Viterbi School of Engineering
Investment
Fees at a glance
Indicative annual tuition fees for the 2027 intake.
| Program | Annual Fee | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MS Computer Science | $42,640 | 1.5-2 years |
| MS Applied Data Science | $41,000 | 1.5 years |
| MBA (Marshall) | $130,000 total | 2 years |
Fees are indicative for the 2027 intake and vary by program and specialisation. Confirm exact figures with your BNPS counsellor or the official university fee calculator.
Before You Apply
What you'll need
Every program has specific requirements, but most applications from India follow this checklist. Your BNPS counsellor will confirm exactly what applies to your chosen course.
Academic transcripts from your qualifying degree (minimum GPA varies by program)
TOEFL 90+ / IELTS 6.5+ or equivalent English proficiency score
SAT/ACT for undergraduate, GRE/GMAT for select graduate programs
Statement of Purpose and letters of recommendation
Proof of funds (I-20 / financial affidavit) for your F-1 visa application
Funding Your Degree
Scholarships worth knowing about
Trustee & Presidential Scholarships
Partial to full tuition, merit-based
Marshall Dean's Merit Scholarship
Partial tuition discount
Ready to Begin?
Your seat at USCstarts with one conversation.
BNPS international has guided students to USCfor years — from shortlisting the right program to visa approval. Let's talk about your profile.
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