USC Dornsife is proud to offer a large number of scholarships each year to support continuing and graduating USC Dornsife undergraduate students. Depending on the purpose of the award, scholarship funds may be used for tuition, research support, academic-related travel, or graduate study. Click on the boxes to learn more about our various scholarship application processes.

Scholarships for Continuing Students

Dornsife Continuing Student Scholarships

Current, continuing undergraduate students with a Dornsife major can use a single scholarship application to be considered for a number of tuition awards for the following academic year.

Dornsife Research, Travel, and Internship Grants

Information on Dornsife’s SOAR and SURF research grants, as well as other sources of funding for experiential learning opportunities.

Other Scholarships

A collection of additional scholarship applications to be used for tuition, research and travel grants, and study abroad. Also includes links for scholarships for graduating seniors and information on fellowship programs.

Scholarships for Graduating Seniors

Dornsife Scholars Program

High-achieving graduating seniors with at least one major in USC Dornsife who aspire to have a positive impact on the world are eligible for this $10,000 award toward graduate or professional studies.

Renaissance Scholars

When you major or minor – or double major – in two widely different fields, you gain unique perspectives that prepare you to meet with confidence the challenges of the 21st century. The Renaissance Scholars award recognizes these students upon graduation.

Discovery Scholars

USC undergraduates make significant contributions to their disciplines long before graduation. The Discovery Scholar award is presented upon graduation to students who create exceptional new scholarship or artistic works during their time at USC.

Global Scholars

Students who have participated in international programs – spending at least 10 weeks abroad during their undergraduate studies – and who have completed a meaningful capstone project related to their international experiences may be eligible to receive this honor upon graduation.

Major-Specific Awards

Visit the Other Scholarships page for information on the Boudreaux Poetry Award and the Silverman Family Award, both for graduating Creative Writing majors.

Contact Details

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USC Dornsife Admission and Student Success

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