
Academics and Research
The spring semester began on January 15, 2021, and all classes – including final exams – will end on May 12, 2021. The University will celebrate both the class of 2020 and class of 2021 with commencement ceremonies beginning on May 14, 2021 and concluding on May 25, 2021.
Academic Calendar
View the 2020-2021 academic calendar
Classes
2020-2021 classes are fully remote with limited exceptions for clinical education
Incoming Students
Important information for incoming first-year, transfer and international students
Library Access
Information about on-campus and remote access to library resources
Research Resources
The USC Office of Research maintains an extensive COVID-19-related resource center for researchers
Research FAQs
Answers to the most frequently asked questions about research on campus during the pandemic
Faculty Academic FAQs
Answers to the most frequently asked questions from faculty
Student Academic FAQs
Answers to the most frequently asked questions from students
Study Abroad Programs
Information about fall study abroad programs
School Specific Information
Information developed by schools with relevant information for their students, faculty and staff