Overview
Founded in 1885 as the University of Southern California College of Medicine, it is one of the oldest medical schools in the western United States. Renamed in 1999 following a major gift from the W.M. Keck Foundation, the school has grown into a nationally recognized center for medical education, biomedical research, and clinical care, affiliated with Keck Medicine of USC, LAC+USC Medical Center, and Children's Hospital Los Angeles. It is particularly known for strengths in ophthalmology, gerontology, cancer research, and neuroscience.
At a Glance
| Type | Private Research |
| Location | Los Angeles, California |
| Founded | 1885 |
| Total students | 3,000 |
| Student–faculty ratio | N/A |
| Acceptance rate | 3% |
| Graduation rate | 97% |
| Average starting salary | N/A |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $68,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $68,000 |
| Room & board | $20,000 |
| Average financial aid | $45,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 80% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.75 |
| Regular deadline | October 15 |
Top Programs
- Medicine (MD)
- Biomedical Sciences PhD
- Physician Assistant Studies
- Global Medicine
- Health, Technology, and Engineering
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.