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We help international students increase their admissions odds dramatically.
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Your University of Southern California Story Starts Here.
We help international students increase their admissions odds dramatically.
University Bridge is not affiliated with or endorsed by University of Southern California. All names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
The UBridge Difference
On average, fewer than 10% of international freshman applicants are admitted to USC.
Those odds can feel daunting, even for straight-A students. But the "2+2" transfer opportunity holds real promise.
Many prestigious four-year universities are more likely to admit transfer students who have already completed their first two years of undergrad at a select American college. SMC is one of those colleges. Students attending UBridge @ Santa Monica College benefit from a USC credit articulation guarantee, meaning your credits are assured to transfer upon acceptance.
SMC is #1 in transfers to USC
How it Works
Two years to USC, followed by two years at USC
After spending your first two years of undergrad at our partner school, Santa Monica College, you can apply for transfer admission to USC with a significant structural advantage: SMC is the #1 transfer college into USC, sending around 110 students every year.
But the transfer system is complex and difficult to manage — especially while juggling the rigors of student life. CollegeCare® is UBridge's multi-year, in-person advising and transfer support program, designed specifically to help international students gain admission to the universities of their dreams.
Made possible by UBridge advisors
Our advisors are the heart and soul of UBridge — all graduates of top schools themselves. Through ongoing one-on-one planning and mentorship, these academic and transfer specialists work tirelessly to facilitate your goals and support your success every step of the way.
Student success stories
Serena
UCLA
“My UBridge advisor always encouraged me and offered the kind of supportive words that felt like therapy. She inspired me to believe in bigger possibilities. So here I am—admitted to UCLA—a school I never even dared to dream of!”
Natalia
UCLA
“Before I joined University Bridge, I had no plan of transferring. My advisor at University Bridge encouraged me to work hard and aim high. Without this guidance, I would not have been admitted to such prestigious UC campuses.”
Jorge
U of Southern California
“My UBridge advisor is amazing. She not only helped me adjust to the new experience of college life in the US and helped me with how I organize my courses, but she also provided me with lots of support in preparing my art portfolios when applying to USC’s film school. Thanks to my advisor, I was able to gain admission to this prestigious film school, which is considered one of the best in the world.”
Serena
UCLA
“My UBridge advisor always encouraged me and offered the kind of supportive words that felt like therapy. She inspired me to believe in bigger possibilities. So here I am—admitted to UCLA—a school I never even dared to dream of!”
Natalia
UCLA
“Before I joined University Bridge, I had no plan of transferring. My advisor at University Bridge encouraged me to work hard and aim high. Without this guidance, I would not have been admitted to such prestigious UC campuses.”
Jorge
U of Southern California
“My UBridge advisor is amazing. She not only helped me adjust to the new experience of college life in the US and helped me with how I organize my courses, but she also provided me with lots of support in preparing my art portfolios when applying to USC’s film school. Thanks to my advisor, I was able to gain admission to this prestigious film school, which is considered one of the best in the world.”
Frequently asked questions
What GPA do I need to pursue USC?
USC does not publish a minimum required GPA for transfer admission. That said, public data suggests that students typically need a strong GPA to have a realistic chance at being admitted, and competitiveness varies a lot by major. UBridge advisors help students plan their courses, choose a major strategically, and build a transfer profile that gives them the strongest possible shot at USC.
What TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo do I need to pursue USC?
USC’s English testing requirements can vary depending on a student’s educational background and where their prior coursework was completed. Unlike most other California schools that UBridge helps students apply to, USC can require these standardized language tests. What matters most is that you meet the minimum admissions requirements to get into UBridge first.
Can this really help me if I’m already a great student?
Yes. USC is extremely competitive, and being a strong student is necessary but not always sufficient. Many talented students still get rejected because they choose the wrong major, miss a prerequisite sequence, take the wrong mix of courses, or fail to build the right overall academic story. UBridge helps high-performing students avoid these mistakes and execute a deliberate two-year plan that maximizes transfer outcomes.
Is this a tutoring service?
No, our advisors cover much, much more than tutoring. You will be assigned a professional, in-person advisor who covers all aspects of your student needs. From creating a full two-year plan to transfer to USC, to actually registering for classes, required academic meetings/updates during the semester, written reports to parents, and transfer assistance to USC in year two.
Is USC admission guaranteed?
No. USC does not offer a guaranteed transfer pathway. The goal of UBridge is to make you as competitive as possible by ensuring you take the right courses, maintain a strong GPA, and execute the transfer process correctly, but USC admissions decisions are selective and not guaranteed. UBridge sends multiple students to USC each year.
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Based on your information and statistical admissions numbers for your university:
Your likelihood of direct freshman admission is
X–X%
On average, UBridge alumni are admitted to university as third-year transfer students at
95%
That makes you 2-4x more likely to reach your university with UBridge than if you go it alone.
In fact, we’ve helped students from 30+ different countries gain admission to universities they once only dreamed of. We can help you achieve your dreams, too.
Results are estimates based on University Bridge internal data and publicly available admissions information. Outcomes vary by student, major, and university, and admission is not guaranteed. For informational purposes only.
Student success stories
Terry
UC San Diego
“UBridge has helped me in the past two years through academic planning, including course selection, drafting and editing my UC application essays. They helped me resolve challenges efficiently, saving time I would have spent researching uncertain answers online.”
Shivom
UC San Diego
“My UBridge advisor is without a doubt one of the sweetest and most helpful people I know. Whether I needed help with my college application, getting in touch with a professor or even something not related to college, she was always ready to help. I honestly don’t think I would have done as well as I did if it wasn’t for her.”
Weidong
U of Virginia
“University Bridge helped me with every aspect of the transfer process: building and adjusting my class schedule, helping with the transfer essay and professor recommendations, completing the application form, and everything else! Their support took the stress and complexity out of transferring. Without their help I’d have been lost.”