UCLA vs USC


Hi everyone,

I need help from you so badly! I've been accepted in both universities, but I only earned scholarship from USC (I can't disclose the amount). Both are great options; however, the fact that UCLA is more prestigious all over the world including my country, makes me doubtful. On the other hand, USC has an awesome network.
What would you choose? Any suggestions would help, so please give me a hand!

Hi everyone,

I need help from you so badly! I've been accepted in both universities, but I only earned scholarship from USC (I can't disclose the amount). Both are great options; however, the fact that UCLA is more prestigious all over the world including my country, makes me doubtful. On the other hand, USC has an awesome network.
What would you choose? Any suggestions would help, so please give me a hand!
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Will you look for some outside scholarship funding? Paying a LLM out of pocket without any aid may be a decissive factor in here (UCLA tuition is also SO VERY EXPENSIVE).

Will you look for some outside scholarship funding? Paying a LLM out of pocket without any aid may be a decissive factor in here (UCLA tuition is also SO VERY EXPENSIVE).
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Will you look for some outside scholarship funding? Paying a LLM out of pocket without any aid may be a decissive factor in here (UCLA tuition is also SO VERY EXPENSIVE).


I'm aware of the price, but it's a significant investment that really has to worth every single penny. I know money does counts, but I need your advice regarding the quality of the programs if you mind helping me

<blockquote>Will you look for some outside scholarship funding? Paying a LLM out of pocket without any aid may be a decissive factor in here (UCLA tuition is also SO VERY EXPENSIVE).</blockquote>

I'm aware of the price, but it's a significant investment that really has to worth every single penny. I know money does counts, but I need your advice regarding the quality of the programs if you mind helping me
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noble2014

Will you look for some outside scholarship funding? Paying a LLM out of pocket without any aid may be a decissive factor in here (UCLA tuition is also SO VERY EXPENSIVE).


USC is slightly more expensive than UCLA. USC says, "The 2015-16 tuition is $57,286 plus the mandatory fees for the academic year." But 2015-2016 tuition of UCLA was $57,100 including mandatory fees.

<blockquote>Will you look for some outside scholarship funding? Paying a LLM out of pocket without any aid may be a decissive factor in here (UCLA tuition is also SO VERY EXPENSIVE).</blockquote>

USC is slightly more expensive than UCLA. USC says, "The 2015-16 tuition is $57,286 plus the mandatory fees for the academic year." But 2015-2016 tuition of UCLA was $57,100 including mandatory fees.
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noble2014

Will you look for some outside scholarship funding? Paying a LLM out of pocket without any aid may be a decissive factor in here (UCLA tuition is also SO VERY EXPENSIVE).


I'm aware of the price, but it's a significant investment that really has to worth every single penny. I know money does counts, but I need your advice regarding the quality of the programs if you mind helping me


If I were in your shoes, I would experience similar hesitation. I read a post in the forum saying that none should prefer to go to UCLA; it was that bad. Nevertheless, every single person who has attended to USC looks pleasant to be there.
We need more genuine experiences and opinions indeed.

<blockquote><blockquote>Will you look for some outside scholarship funding? Paying a LLM out of pocket without any aid may be a decissive factor in here (UCLA tuition is also SO VERY EXPENSIVE).</blockquote>

I'm aware of the price, but it's a significant investment that really has to worth every single penny. I know money does counts, but I need your advice regarding the quality of the programs if you mind helping me</blockquote>

If I were in your shoes, I would experience similar hesitation. I read a post in the forum saying that none should prefer to go to UCLA; it was that bad. Nevertheless, every single person who has attended to USC looks pleasant to be there.
We need more genuine experiences and opinions indeed.
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Inactive User

You should also consider what school is best for your preferred field ! USC has one of the best business schools in the country I believe, so if you would want to pursue business, perhaps that could be a contributing factor.

You should also consider what school is best for your preferred field ! USC has one of the best business schools in the country I believe, so if you would want to pursue business, perhaps that could be a contributing factor.
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Thanks everyone! And if anyone wants to share their experience as an LL.M student or alumni, is totally welcome (and helpful) :)

Thanks everyone! And if anyone wants to share their experience as an LL.M student or alumni, is totally welcome (and helpful) :)
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Will you look for some outside scholarship funding? Paying a LLM out of pocket without any aid may be a decissive factor in here (UCLA tuition is also SO VERY EXPENSIVE).


I'm aware of the price, but it's a significant investment that really has to worth every single penny. I know money does counts, but I need your advice regarding the quality of the programs if you mind helping me


If I were in your shoes, I would experience similar hesitation. I read a post in the forum saying that none should prefer to go to UCLA; it was that bad. Nevertheless, every single person who has attended to USC looks pleasant to be there.
We need more genuine experiences and opinions indeed.


I've read the exact same comments, but I've only heard great things from UCLA alumni from my country so it confuses me..

<blockquote><blockquote><blockquote>Will you look for some outside scholarship funding? Paying a LLM out of pocket without any aid may be a decissive factor in here (UCLA tuition is also SO VERY EXPENSIVE).</blockquote>

I'm aware of the price, but it's a significant investment that really has to worth every single penny. I know money does counts, but I need your advice regarding the quality of the programs if you mind helping me</blockquote>

If I were in your shoes, I would experience similar hesitation. I read a post in the forum saying that none should prefer to go to UCLA; it was that bad. Nevertheless, every single person who has attended to USC looks pleasant to be there.
We need more genuine experiences and opinions indeed.</blockquote>

I've read the exact same comments, but I've only heard great things from UCLA alumni from my country so it confuses me..
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fyodor

Will you look for some outside scholarship funding? Paying a LLM out of pocket without any aid may be a decissive factor in here (UCLA tuition is also SO VERY EXPENSIVE).


I'm aware of the price, but it's a significant investment that really has to worth every single penny. I know money does counts, but I need your advice regarding the quality of the programs if you mind helping me


If I were in your shoes, I would experience similar hesitation. I read a post in the forum saying that none should prefer to go to UCLA; it was that bad. Nevertheless, every single person who has attended to USC looks pleasant to be there.
We need more genuine experiences and opinions indeed.


I've read the exact same comments, but I've only heard great things from UCLA alumni from my country so it confuses me..


Eres chilena? Piensa quizás también en el prestigio que tiene cada universidad (para encontrar trabajo después, por ejemplo), o el ranking (Becas Chile).

<blockquote><blockquote><blockquote><blockquote>Will you look for some outside scholarship funding? Paying a LLM out of pocket without any aid may be a decissive factor in here (UCLA tuition is also SO VERY EXPENSIVE).</blockquote>

I'm aware of the price, but it's a significant investment that really has to worth every single penny. I know money does counts, but I need your advice regarding the quality of the programs if you mind helping me</blockquote>

If I were in your shoes, I would experience similar hesitation. I read a post in the forum saying that none should prefer to go to UCLA; it was that bad. Nevertheless, every single person who has attended to USC looks pleasant to be there.
We need more genuine experiences and opinions indeed.</blockquote>

I've read the exact same comments, but I've only heard great things from UCLA alumni from my country so it confuses me..
</blockquote>

Eres chilena? Piensa quizás también en el prestigio que tiene cada universidad (para encontrar trabajo después, por ejemplo), o el ranking (Becas Chile).
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Will you look for some outside scholarship funding? Paying a LLM out of pocket without any aid may be a decissive factor in here (UCLA tuition is also SO VERY EXPENSIVE).


I'm aware of the price, but it's a significant investment that really has to worth every single penny. I know money does counts, but I need your advice regarding the quality of the programs if you mind helping me


If I were in your shoes, I would experience similar hesitation. I read a post in the forum saying that none should prefer to go to UCLA; it was that bad. Nevertheless, every single person who has attended to USC looks pleasant to be there.
We need more genuine experiences and opinions indeed.


I've read the exact same comments, but I've only heard great things from UCLA alumni from my country so it confuses me..


Eres chilena? Piensa quizás también en el prestigio que tiene cada universidad (para encontrar trabajo después, por ejemplo), o el ranking (Becas Chile).


Hola fyodor, te envié un pm
Saludos!

<blockquote><blockquote><blockquote><blockquote><blockquote>Will you look for some outside scholarship funding? Paying a LLM out of pocket without any aid may be a decissive factor in here (UCLA tuition is also SO VERY EXPENSIVE).</blockquote>

I'm aware of the price, but it's a significant investment that really has to worth every single penny. I know money does counts, but I need your advice regarding the quality of the programs if you mind helping me</blockquote>

If I were in your shoes, I would experience similar hesitation. I read a post in the forum saying that none should prefer to go to UCLA; it was that bad. Nevertheless, every single person who has attended to USC looks pleasant to be there.
We need more genuine experiences and opinions indeed.</blockquote>

I've read the exact same comments, but I've only heard great things from UCLA alumni from my country so it confuses me..
</blockquote>

Eres chilena? Piensa quizás también en el prestigio que tiene cada universidad (para encontrar trabajo después, por ejemplo), o el ranking (Becas Chile). </blockquote>

Hola fyodor, te envié un pm
Saludos!
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ayer

Hi
I have been admitted to USC however i have not received any information about scholarship. When Did they inform you about scholarship. With the acceptance e-mail or after

Hi
I have been admitted to USC however i have not received any information about scholarship. When Did they inform you about scholarship. With the acceptance e-mail or after
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Inactive User

Hi
I have been admitted to USC however i have not received any information about scholarship. When Did they inform you about scholarship. With the acceptance e-mail or after


I received my scholarship information in my acceptance email.

<blockquote>Hi
I have been admitted to USC however i have not received any information about scholarship. When Did they inform you about scholarship. With the acceptance e-mail or after </blockquote>

I received my scholarship information in my acceptance email.
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ayer

I have just received an acceptance e-mail. Does it mean I have not awarded scholarship

I have just received an acceptance e-mail. Does it mean I have not awarded scholarship
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Inactive User

I have just received an acceptance e-mail. Does it mean I have not awarded scholarship


I'm unsure. I don't know if anyone else received the emails seperately. You can always enquire.

<blockquote>I have just received an acceptance e-mail. Does it mean I have not awarded scholarship </blockquote>

I'm unsure. I don't know if anyone else received the emails seperately. You can always enquire.
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ayer

What I mean is they have just sent an E-mail explaing that I was admitted. They have not iniciated any extra information. No application deadline, no deposit amount, no final date for deposit. Only "you have been admitted" have you receive something different?

What I mean is they have just sent an E-mail explaing that I was admitted. They have not iniciated any extra information. No application deadline, no deposit amount, no final date for deposit. Only "you have been admitted" have you receive something different?
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Inactive User

What I mean is they have just sent an E-mail explaing that I was admitted. They have not iniciated any extra information. No application deadline, no deposit amount, no final date for deposit. Only "you have been admitted" have you receive something different?


I received that information in a follow up email, you'll likely receive a more detailed email soon. My deadline was April and the deposit $500.

<blockquote>What I mean is they have just sent an E-mail explaing that I was admitted. They have not iniciated any extra information. No application deadline, no deposit amount, no final date for deposit. Only "you have been admitted" have you receive something different?</blockquote>

I received that information in a follow up email, you'll likely receive a more detailed email soon. My deadline was April and the deposit $500.
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ayer

Thank you for clerifying. That means I will receive another email. 😀😀😊😊

Thank you for clerifying. That means I will receive another email. &#128512;&#128512;&#128522;&#128522;
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