<p>That stereotype does not hold true at USC anymore. Close to 70% of students here are on need based aid. USC also has more international students than any other school in the states so there is a lot of diversity. No matter what background you come from, you will be able to make friends here. UCLA’s median family income is actually higher than USC these days but I can’t really say whether this really matters. If you want to get involved in activities, consider joining an active student org. The one I was on the eboard for organized socials on most weekends and everyone hung out together all the time and even though some people didn’t have cars to drive in we all made sure everyone was able to go.</p>