<p>The Trustee Scholarship is the most prestigious undergraduate scholarship at USC. This designation will mean you will be part of the Associated Trustee and Presidential Scholars, ATPS. This designation will be recognized by employers after graduation.</p>
<p>ATPS brings together the two groups of scholars for academic, social and cultural events. A nice part is there are no structured meetings or dues. In Marsh 2010 ATPS students went to a retreat at Catalina Island, toured the Wrigley Institute and also had snorkeling, kayaking, swimming and hiking available. There was no cost to the students. </p>
<p>In the spring members have a special luncheon with the university president. SC is very involved in community service and ATPS members participated in two service projects.</p>
<p>Another benefit is special attention given to Trustee Scholars when applying for highly competitive scholarships/fellowships such as Rhodes Scholarships. </p>
<p>Trustee Scholars have the opportunity of choosing the honors dorms.</p>
<p>Keep in mind SC is a private university. As a Trustee Scholar you will receive about $160,000 for tuition. This money does not come from the government. Alumni or friends of the university have donated these scholarship funds out of their own pockets. </p>
<p>I know there are other advantages. Perhaps a present Trustee Scholar can add to this list.</p>
<p>Congratulations.</p>