USC Testing Policy

Test Optional: Yes

Self-Reporting Allowed: Yes

The University of Southern California is test optional, allowing students the choice of whether to submit SAT or ACT scores as part of their application. It also permits self-reporting of scores, meaning applicants can report their own SAT or ACT results accurately without needing to send official score reports immediately. Currently, 30% of applicants choose to submit SAT scores, while 12% submit ACT scores. The combined percentages exceed 100%, indicating that some students are submitting both types of scores.