<p>My son wanted on campus housing sophomore year but did not get it because of the lottery. He will be living off campus. My husband went to see the area. He said there were police patrolling the area and should be o.k. There is a campus cruiser with stops off campus to go back to the main campus. My son has a bike, as do many USC students. I think you have to look at the big picture of the great things offered at USC vs. your other choices to decide what is best for you.</p>