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University of Southern California - Diversity - College ProwlerCollege Prowler4.24

Diversity

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Quick Stats

African American 5%
Asian American 22%
Hispanic 13%
International 9%
Native American 1%
White 45%
Unknown 4%
Historically Black College/University? No
Tribal College? No
Out-of-State Students 42%
Common States of Residence
  • Hawaii
  • Illinois
  • New York
  • Texas
  • Washington
Student Age Breakdown Under 18: 1%
18-19: 20%
20-21: 25%
22-24: 21%
25+: 32%
Female Faculty 35%
Male Faculty 65%
Faculty Diversity African American: 3%
Asian American: 17%
Hispanic: 4%
International: 4%
Native American: 0%
White: 64%
Unknown: 8%

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Ever since President Sample began his effort to build on academics and enrich the overall environment at USC, the school has become more diverse with each incoming class. Students of all ethnic backgrounds, races, genders, sexual preferences, and disabilities are well represented at USC. The Greek system is not nearly as diverse as the student body, but several efforts are being made to get minority students interested in Greek life, which has become more and more concentrated to the Row as general academic standards have risen. Students entering USC as freshmen are less inclined to party and study more often in the libraries than their predecessors five years ago.

With regards to gay tolerance, while surface-level tolerance is very high, there are still times during the year when the GLBTA banners on lampposts are stolen. Whether this is due to fraternity pranks or subculture intolerance, no one is sure. Many new students who identify with a specific group, minority or not, tend to open up to the rest of the student body as they get involved in campus activities. This process usually takes some time, but once students discover what USC has to offer, group integration is inevitable.

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Diversity at University of Southern California

schnakes

'16

Architecture

4.6
A

Entire World in Your Backyard

Los Angeles is the center of diversity and it definitely shows in the student body at USC. But that is one of the perks of going to school here. You learn about all the different cultures and customs both from the students themselves and various classes that are offered. It is definitely a great learning experience.

Jan 15, 2012

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Diversity at University of Southern California

wvillalt1201

'15

International Relations and National Security Studies

4.6
A

Excellent Diversity

There is acceptance for any one and everyone that attends USC. Tolerance of others is highly promoted and everyone is allowed to express themselves without being judged or discriminated. There is a good amount of diversify and all sorts of economic backgrounds.

Jan 09, 2012

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Diversity at University of Southern California

nathanwu2000

'15

Business Administration and Management

5.0
A+

Very Diverse

USC has the most international student population of all the colleges in America. It's hard to discriminate when you see all kinds of people everyday.

Dec 21, 2011

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Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

How diverse is the student body in the following areas?

How diverse is your personal circle of friends in the following areas?

How accepting is the campus community as a whole toward someone who falls into the minority (ethnic, sexual, or religious)?

How would you best describe your personal political beliefs?

How would you best describe the political beliefs of campus as a whole?

Facts

Gay Pride

Tolerance is high on campus. The Gay Lesbian Bi Transgender Assembly is highly influential to school administration. Although most fraternities and sororities are opposed to initiating openly gay students, certain houses say they have gay members and are fully supportive of them, which would never have happened 10 years ago. Gay students who are harassed by roommates and neighbors have a strong support system at the GLBTA.

Political Activity

There is a mix between traditional SoCal conservatives and a growing breed of young liberals.

Economic Status

Coined by timeless rival UCLA as the "University of Spoiled Children," the student body at USC comes across as affluent to outsiders. This is not entirely true. Although a huge number of students are wealthy, there is an even greater number of students on financial aid. It is a credit to the University that students are willing to do whatever it takes to study at USC and get involved on campus.

Most Common Religions

Christianity and Judaism are the most common religions at USC, but the presence of other religions is definitely felt. There are student organizations for all kinds of religions, as well as Alpha Gamma Omega, the Christian fraternity.

Minority Clubs on Campus

There are more than 300 student organizations on campus, many of which are in the interest of minorities. There is also a Jewish fraternity, Asian fraternity, and an African American fraternity.

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