Hi everyone! I've always been interested in USC, but I'm also looking for a college with a strong emphasis on research. Would you consider USC a research university? How are the research opportunities there for undergraduate students?
Hello! It's great that you're considering USC and research opportunities in your college search. Yes, the University of Southern California (USC) is considered a research university. In fact, it has been classified as an 'R1: Doctoral University- Highest Research Activity Institution' by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. This indicates that it's among the universities with the highest level of research activity in the U.S.
USC has many research opportunities for undergraduate students across all disciplines, from the sciences to the humanities. They have undergraduate research programs like the 'Undergraduate Research Associates Program (URAP)' and 'Student Opportunities for Academic Research (SOAR)' that support students in performing research in collaboration with faculty members. Additionally, as a student, you can approach professors individually for opportunities to work on their research projects. Many students engage in research both during the academic year and during the summer.
I hope this helps! Best of luck during your college search, and do explore USC's research opportunities further, as it has plenty to offer!
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