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At USC Annenberg, you will build a broad base of knowledge and sharpen the skills that make you an exceptional communicator, content creator and critical thinker. You will see connections among complex ideas and engage in high-impact learning opportunities. You will learn and grow at the dynamic intersection of communication, journalism and public relations. USC Annenberg prepares the next generation of scholars and practitioners to shape and lead the future.
USC Annenberg is a leading institution that offers undergraduate majors in communication, journalism and public relations in one school. This provides a common and unifying base of knowledge to all students.
Under One Roof Communication. Journalism. Public Relations.
A FORWARD-LOOKING CURRICULUM Covering topics that range from crisis communication to virtual reality journalism to media literacy, USC Annenberg’s broad course offerings expose students to the big ideas and technologies needed to tell today’s most compelling stories.
THOUGHT LEADERS USC Annenberg’s 20 centers for research create a forum for convening conversations of global and local importance. Led by the top minds in our disciplines, these centers advance our mission “to be of service to all people” by offering research-based solutions to critical issues — such as how to tackle inequality through diversity and inclusion in entertainment.
At USC Annenberg, you will be prepared for flexibility and success.
COMMUNICATION Learning from leading scholars, you will gain a theoretical framework for how messages are shaped — from the interpersonal to mass media.
Our “The Changing World of Communication and Journalism” course explores what it means to be a professional in the fields of communication, journalism and public relations.
JOURNALISM Guided by the professional and ethical standards of journalism, you’ll investigate, write and produce news stories across a variety of media platforms.
Drawing on prominent scholars and practitioners, our speaker series present USC Annenberg students with the opportunity to engage with experts and ideas beyond their area of study.
PUBLIC RELATIONS From developing brand messages to establishing a content strategy to implementing social media campaigns, you will learn how to advocate on behalf of a person, brand or organization.
The Digital Lounge eases collaboration across disciplines by creating shared technology proficiency through training and certification.
FACES OF THE FUTURE You’ll learn in the dynamic and diverse USC Annenberg community — alongside students and faculty who bring ideas, stories and experiences from across the world.
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study abroad opportunities
across Auckland, Bangkok, Berlin, Hong Kong, London, Madrid, Mexico City, Paris, Prague, Rome and Sydney
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years of one-on-one academic advising
during which students regularly meet with their advisors to discuss course selection, majors, internships, research and other opportunities
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USC Annenberg undergraduate courses offered
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internships per undergraduate student, on average
of students have a minor
enriching their intellectual exploration and expanding their post-college options
60%
of internships were paid in 2019
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In addition to courses in your USC Annenberg major, you will have access to general education and elective courses from across the university.
jobs and internships posted through Annenberg Career Link for the 2019–20 academic year You’ll graduate with lifelong membership in a global network of 19,000+ USC Annenberg alumni that includes leaders and influencers across many industries.
A few figures demonstrating the power and possibility of the USC Annenberg education. YOUR PATH BEGINS AT USC ANNENBERG
LOS ANGELES
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average freshman retention rate (to sophomore year)
a 21st-century megacity
One in 6 L.A. residents work in a creative industry, more than half of all households speak a language other than English, and there are more museums per capita here than in any other city in the world.
1,662 undergraduates enrolled
USC Annenberg students benefit from being part of a smaller environment with a strong sense of community, robust programming, and organizations that support their specific interests.
Sampling of USC Annenberg student-run organizations: Asian American Journalists Association National Association of Black Journalists National Association of Hispanic Journalists at USC Public Relations Student Society of America
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(journalism and public relations) average undergraduate class sizes, by discipline
222 faculty
Leading scholars and practitioners, our faculty are drawn to USC Annenberg for the opportunity teach, train and mentor the future leaders of their fields.
USC Annenberg faculty members have won Emmys, Pulitzers, Silver Anvils and the MacArthur “Genius” Grant, among many other distinctions and accolades.
CONSISTENT SUCCESS Four years of academic advising, comprehensive career counseling, connections gained from faculty and a variety of meaningful workplace experiences leave our students prepared for life after graduation.
Graduate with confidence that you will shape and lead the future. USC ANNENBERG ADMISSIONS University of Southern California 3502 Watt Way, Suite 140 Los Angeles, California 90089-0281
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The University of Southern California admits students of any race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical disability or mental disability.The university’s full nondiscrimination policy can be found at policy.usc.edu.
APPLYING Apply to USC using the Common Application and selecting a first- or second-choice USC Annenberg major. December 1 First-year application deadline for admission and USC merit scholarship consideration January 15 First-year application deadline for admission consideration February 1 Transfer application deadline for scholarship and admission consideration
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