<p>I received the Trustee scholarship from USC, but before the scholarship was credited to my financial aid report, USC met my financial need just as any other school had to make it affordable, and we are lower-middle class. Fortunately we don’t have to worry about that! 
However, I think that if you have the need, USC will cover the difference. You just have to be realistic in knowing what your need is.</p>
<p>And alamemom, thank you SO much for all of your help! It really is appreciated - you’ve helped many of us decide to become Trojans. :)</p>