<p>Well, as mentioned, USC is not a small LAC at all. However, it does have both an auditioned BFA Acting and also a strong BA Theatre major, as well as an honors program with a very LAC-small class, best professors, like-minded peers feel. USC also encourages students to take a double major, or one or two minors, and has a great Study Abroad program too. And 1/2 tuition for NMF, and full tuition for a smaller select group of merit scholars. And close to Hollywood. And has a top film school. So… many of your D’s wish list items. But it is located near downtown L.A. Very pretty campus, but surrounding area is more… um… urban. The rankings and academic reputation have zoomed over the past 20 years, but the best part is how seriously this school is investing in their undergrad programs as well as their research. Next year they will open a new School of Dance. </p>
<p>My S2 is a double major at USC, film and theatre, and very happy.</p>