Everything New USC Transfer Students Need to Know
by Lanie Brice ‘24
As someone who transferred to USC as a sophomore, I completely understand how confusing and disorienting it can be to start at a new university without the safety net of dorm life and special welcome events to fall back on. It can be hard to jump right into your classes while still trying to learn where the lecture hall is or where to get lunch. Hopefully Trojans360 can help soften your LA landing by providing a roadmap of practical advice and wisdom from those who’ve transferred to USC before you.
Transfer Tips
Transfer Tips: What I Wish I Knew Before I Transferred to USC
After a coming to USC as a transfer student, Lauren reflects on the practical things she wishes she knew earlier (like using the Maps app to get around) paired with some evergreen social reminders about getting out of your comfort zone.
Making Friends as a Transfer Student
While you might have learned a thing or two about making friends in college during your freshman year, re-establishing your social world as a transfer student looks totally different. Alexis has some very specific tips to help you succeed.
7 Tips for Transfer Students
Samantha offers seven practical tips to get to know the university, stay on track with academics, and immerse yourself in the social scene.
Things I Wish I Knew Before Transferring to USC
Even if you’ve attended another university, there are some quirks to USC and LA life that it can be helpful to get accustomed with before your first day.
7 Things USC Transfer Students Know to be True
Alexis gives you the inside scoop on the shared experiences that you’ll come to know all too well through your years as a transfer student.
Getting to Know Campus
A Self-Guided Tour to USC’s Campus
If you’re stepping foot on USC’s campus for the first time this spring or need a refresher after your first campus tour long ago, this self-guided, customizable, written tour of campus will help you get your bearings before your first day.
Secrets of Doheny Library
Doheny Library is only one of USC’s many libraries, but being at the heart of campus and one of the most picturesque, it’s worth getting to know early on. This article will hep you unlock its hidden gems.
Underrated USC Campus Study Spots
As you settle into classes, you’ll want to try all the cool study spots. Here’s a few unique ideas to get you started with places to soak up silence and focus or the perfect spot to host your first group project meeting.
Getting Involved & Academics
Getting Involved at USC: A Survey of Clubs You Should Join
While it can sometimes be intimidating to jump into the social scene, there are so many clubs that are open to accepting new members year round. Here’s a look into a handful of USC’s many clubs to get a head start on getting involved.
Reading Web Reg: A Visual Guide to USC’s Class Scheduling System
Web Reg can be hard to navigate the first time you log in, so here’s a quick guide to understanding how USC’s class system works complete with screen shots.
Everything You Need to Know About USC + Food
Balling on a Budget: Best $5 Cheap Eats in and Around USC
Kathryn gives you the real insider look at the food scene around USC if you want to find the hidden gem, easy meals that won’t hurt your wallet as much as some spots in the USC Village.
A Guide to Campus Dining Halls
USC has so many dining halls that it can be hard to know where to spend your breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. While I encourage you to eat your way through all of them, here’s a quick round-up of where to go for the best of each meal depending on your cravings.
Overnight Oats: The Perfect College Breakfast
If you’re worried about not having time to eat or space to make breakfast but know it’s the most important meal of the day, Hannah has the perfect answer: overnight oats. Here’s how she makes them with ingredients available on campus.
The Miscellaneous
A List of Discounts and Free Subscriptions as a USC Student
If we’re being honest, one of the best parts of being a college student are the deals. I’m personally going to be devastated when my Spotify student subscription ends next summer. Don’t miss out on the deals with this round-up.
