Academics and Research
The semester will begin on Aug. 17, 2020, which is a week earlier than originally scheduled. All classes, including final exams, will end by Thanksgiving. By ending the semester before Thanksgiving, we aim to minimize the spread of the virus, particularly as the flu season commences. To support this schedule, we will not have a fall break in 2020.
Academic Calendar
View the 2020-2021 academic calendar
Classes
We will begin the fall semester with fully remote instruction 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