<p>My daughter was offered a Regents back in 2008, can’t remember exactly how much it was, but it certainly did not cover “all but $800 worth of yearly costs”. Has the Regent’s increased in value by that much, or are you not planning to live on campus? Just wondering.</p>
<p>As for USC, Georgia Girl gives a good synopsis of what USC offers. All I’d add is the flexible and easy opportunity to study abroad, and the higher diversity of students not only internationally but from other US states.</p>
<p>However, if the poly sci department is very strong at UCLA, that’s certainly something to consider.</p>