<p>Well that escalated quickly.</p>
<p>I think it would help if when people receive info involving progress concerning their application, they would post a screenshot or something. Just so we don’t have questions like, “Is a midyear report the same as an SGR?” They would know what an SGR looks like and such. Couldn’t hurt :)</p>
<p>@travel7seas wow! Bully much? Someone needs a hug!
My son asked me to look into a few things for him while he concentrates on other things and I too want answers as the financial part of it has a lot to do with me. While looking for my own answers I was able to answer a few questions for a few other people who have contacted me through this site and I am glad I could help. @southerncalimom thanks for the support! He is looking forward to it I’m sure!</p>
<p>Does anyone know under what circumstances does USC send out spring grade request? Is it if there are prerequisites in progress? Or if major prerequisites are done, but GEs in progress? And also, if GEs are not finished after spring before transferring (missing one course, their website says they even encourage you to take those GEs after transferring) would it still be OK (I don’t really trust what their website says. …), or it will lower your chance?</p>
<p>@ymjones777 if you don’t mind me asking, what was your EFC? I understand that this is something people sometimes want to keep private, but the only reason I am asking is because I come from a very low income family and am hoping to get a sense of what USC’s financial aid is like for low income transfer applicants. </p>
<p>And also of course, a big old congratulations from another anxious Trojan applicant.</p>
<p>@basketballer123 Awww that video was sweet :)</p>
<p>@ymjones777 and @5nonnegotiables Congratulations!</p>
<p>I bet that they got an earlier acceptance because of the agreement between the schools, but the rest of us are probably going to have to wait at least 4-6 weeks to hear anything back.</p>
<p>@Ikm291 You are more likely to get an SGR if you have major prerequisites in progress, or are a rising sophomore, or are currently in your 1st year of college. The less units you have, the more likely you are to get one. You do NOT need to have all their GE’s done to transfer (with the exception of Math [Intermediate Algebra or higher] and an English course equivalent to Writ 130).</p>
<p>@xsayax Thanks! That is very assuring to know that!</p>
<p>@xsayax Would I be correct in saying that a sophomore student under the 30 unit threshold would be less likely to receive a SGR than one who is right at or slightly above that number? I say that with the thought that the student under the 30 units threshold will have their HS transcripts and standardized test scores in the mix as well, whereas a sophomore credits with 30 units (or slightly above) ONLY have that info to base the decision on, making the spring semester grades a large component in the decision.</p>
<p>I only ask this because I am right at 30 units (not a coincidence) and would definitely prefer an outright acceptance, although I have the hunch that this won’t happen.</p>
<p>@Trojfan131 I would think that you’re still just as likely because USC will want to see that you are able to still do well at the college level and still keep your grades up. But that doesn’t mean that they won’t give out straight out acceptances to students such as yourself. </p>
<p>@Trojanfan131 - To be a sophomore, you need to have at least 30 credits anyway. Anything less than that is a freshman. If you’re referring to a rising sophomore, then yes, colleges do look at standardized scores and HS transcripts more so than they do rising juniors. </p>
<p>Do units earned via AP Exams factor into the 30-unit count for whether they focus on your HS work or not?</p>
<p>@bballprofessor23 - Don’t take my word for it, but I’m pretty sure they don’t factor AP-exams-earned-units into the 30 unit count. </p>
<p>@esai23 – Just found my answer on their website. Looks like they actually do count.</p>
<p>“We accept a combined maximum of 32 units from college courses and/or examinations. Test results must be sent directly to USC from the testing agency. The credits will appear on your transfer credit report.
AP: You can receive 4 elective units for each score of 4 or 5. For exams taken in spring 2008 or earlier, credit is awarded for scores of 3 or higher, except for Computer Science.”</p>
<p>@xsayax so… would I would most likely get a SGR if I’m currently a freshman with 15 completed units from my first semester (and still completing 15 more units second semester)? I’ve completed 4/6 of the GEs also. Thanks!!</p>
<p>@hopefultrojan9 Most likely you will, but remember what I say is only speculation!</p>
<p>@ymjones777
no insult meant. Your kid is lucky to have parents. Best wishes</p>
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<p>MODERATOR NOTE: Further bickering will result in the closing of this thread.</p>
<p>I gotta say that was pretty sad to see two people fight like that over this thread. Stress levels may be high but everyone needs to relax. not to much longer, hang in there guys.</p>
<p>Which units does USC take into account for the 30 unit count? For example, here at UC Davis, I took 12 units in my fall and winter quarters, and am taking 15 units in the spring. Will they factor the amount of units I am taking in the Spring into the 30 unit count? I also have 8 elective units from AP exams. Reminder: 45 quarter units = 30 semester units</p>