The Part 1 Application is an optional part of your application, it is not required. However, if you plan on applying to USC for Fall 2011, its a good idea to get it in today online.
It only takes about five minutes to complete, and in the end will reduce your overall application fee by $15.
Go to http://USConnect.usc.edu to complete the Part 1 Application, today! Be sure that you put down one of the engineering majors as your First Choice Major on the application.