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Tuition Cost<\/h2>\n

Tuition is $2,467 per unit plus fees for all students, regardless of location. This tuition rate is subject to change. Students may pay their tuition by logging into USCe.pay<\/a><\/strong>. Learn more about tuition and fees<\/a><\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default” custom_height=”100″][vc_column_text]\n

Financial Aid<\/h2>\n

Our degree programs are eligible for federal and private student loans. Students should determine their eligibility for federal assistance by filling out a FAFSA<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0form.\u00a0USC\u2019s school code is 001328.<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you have any questions, please contact USC\u2019s financial aid office at financialaid.usc.edu<\/a>.<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default” custom_height=”100″][vc_column_text]\n

Merit-Based Scholarships<\/h2>\n

We award over $500,000 in merit-based scholarships to our students each year. Students are encouraged to apply for these funds within their application. If you apply for a scholarship in your application, you will be considered by the scholarship committee upon admission.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default” custom_height=”100″][vc_column_text]\n

VA or GI Bill Tuition Assistance<\/h2>\n

USC\u2019s degree programs accept VA and GI Bill tuition assistance. Payment can be coordinated through USC\u2019s Veterans Resource Center<\/a><\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default” custom_height=”100″][vc_column_text]\n

Tuition Reimbursement<\/h2>\n

Tuition reimbursement is a benefit that many organizations offer their employees. Generally, the coursework the employee pursues must focus on a job-related topic or support his or her skills and career path within the organization. Reimbursement may be provided up to a certain amount annually, or even cover your entire education.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re interested in pursuing tuition reimbursement, your first step should be to find out if your employer has an existing policy in place. If so, you can then determine your eligibility and follow your employer\u2019s required steps for benefit approval.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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