<p>My only experience is with my incoming freshman D, so hopefully someone with more experience can give you first hand advice. As far as GE’s go, there are so many choices to fulfill each requirement. My D did not get her first or second choices for her GE this semester, the first because it was already full and the second because it conflicted with her major classes. However, she has become quiet excited about taking the GE she did get into. (something she would not have selected previously, but she realizes it will make her a more well-rounded person, and it made her step out of her comfort zone) With that said, I don’t think you will have a hard time finding a class to fill your GEs, it just might not be your first choice. </p>
<p>As far as academics, my D and I were both exposed to a number of professors at orientation, they did presentations, seminars, and even gave the parents a taste of a lecture. We were both extremely impressed with the caliber of the instructors we were exposed to at orientation. As with any institution there will be instructors who are considered better than others, but I think you will be impressed yourself. As far as instructors being interested, I have heard over and over again how engaged the professors are at USC. Take advantage of their office hours. As far as over crowding, I wouldn’t worry. If you do have a “large” lecture class, you will have small discussion classes as well. As your classes get more specific, the class size diminishes.</p>
<p>My D and our entire family are very pleased she chose USC over UCLA. Her entire academic and social experience at USC will be incredible. I wish you all the best and FIGHT ON!</p>