<p>Yes, approximately 60% of undergraduates at USC receive need-based financial aid. USC guarantees to meet 100% of USC-determined need, and they determine need using the CSS/Profile, so the amount you are expected to contribute may differ from your FAFSA EFC. More info here: <a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/university-southern-california/839970-faq-usc-financial-aid-2010-a.html?highlight=faq+usc+financial+aid+2010[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/university-southern-california/839970-faq-usc-financial-aid-2010-a.html?highlight=faq+usc+financial+aid+2010</a></p>
<p>Comments that you “have to be rich” to attend USC are either jokes or made by uniformed individuals.</p>