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hougang, the CSS Profile has nothing to do with acceptance. It is one of the need-analysis forms you must submit to apply for need-based financial aid. The other is the FAFSA. Both are due February 2nd (next Tuesday). You must submit them by February 2nd even if you have not yet been admitted. Please read <a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/university-southern-california/839970-faq-usc-financial-aid-2010-a.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/university-southern-california/839970-faq-usc-financial-aid-2010-a.html</a> for more information.</p>