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USC School of Architecture

We shape visionary architects and designers through a rigorous, interdisciplinary education.

Situated in the dynamic urban fabric of Los Angeles, we offer a diverse, inclusive environment where students engage with world-renowned faculty and industry leaders. Our commitment to sustainability and equity equips graduates to transform the built environment, impacting communities locally and globally.

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STUDENTS CREATE WHAT’S NEXT FOR LA28 OLYMPICS IN THE 14TH ARCHITECTURAL GUILD DESIGN CHARRETTE2/06/2025

STUDENTS CREATE WHAT’S NEXT FOR LA28 OLYMPICS IN THE 14TH ARCHITECTURAL GUILD DESIGN CHARRETTE

The 14th Annual Guild Design Charrette was hosted at AC Martin. 14 teams of three students competed in a design competition and presented their work to a panel of distinguished jurors.This year's theme was LA28 OLYMPICS - CREATING WHAT'S NEXT. The challenge was to envision a mass-timber Olympic Pavilion located within the Exposition Park/LA Memorial Coliseum site. With the proximity of these iconic landmarks to USC’s campus, students had a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the site’s context, drawing inspiration for their designs.Students were tasked with creating a striking pavilion that showcases Los Angeles on the global stage during...

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Quick FACTS

STUDENTS


630

Full-time Students | 29 countries | 34 US States


27%

Of students are first generation


76%

Receive scholarships or financial aid

FACULTY


123

Faculty


6:1

Student to faculty ratio


+$1m

In research grants awarded to faculty in 2023/24

ALUMNI


6,632

Alumni living in 49 countries & the US


30

Alumni & Guild Events throughout the year

USC ARCHITECTURAL GUILD & PROFESSIONALS


67

Firms participated in our Spring Firm Fair


48%

Of students found a job through the Architecture Trojan Network 

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