We offer distinct programs for high school applicants and transfer students.
In-person and virtual events are available year-round. Explore your options below.
Prospective First-Years
Events designed for high school students preparing to apply as first‑year students.
Fall Open House
Campus-Wide Open House Event for Prospective First-Year and Transfer Students
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Prospective Transfers
Special events and resources for students looking to transfer from another college or university.
These programs are open to all eligible individuals. The USC Viterbi School of Engineering operates all of its programs and activities consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.
Visit Viterbi Experience
The Premier Campus Visit Program for High School Students Exploring First‑Year Admission
Our on-campus Visit Viterbi Experience sessions are the best way to get to know more about our programs.
This 90‑minute session is designed specifically for prospective first‑year applicants and includes an overview of our academic programs and the first‑year admission process led by a USC Viterbi admission counselor. When available, the session also features a brief facility or lab tour. Current Viterbi students participate as well, offering insight into student life and answering questions (when classes are in session).
These events are intended for high school students and their families who are interested in applying as first‑year students to USC Viterbi.
Reserve Your Visit Viterbi Experience
Please select a date below to check availability.
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Note: this calendar allows you to register for just the Visit Viterbi Experience. If you are interested in a USC campus tour to accompany this program, please refer to the campus tour portal page.
Can’t Make it to Campus? Join us for a Virtual Session instead!
Discover USC: Fall Open House
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Campus-Wide Event for Prospective First-Year and Transfer Students
Registration Open Now!
Prospective First-Year and Transfer students are invited to join us for our Fall Open House. The Viterbi School will host multiple Keynote sessions during this Discover USC event. Meet the admission staff, get your questions answered, and learn even more about the Viterbi School.
Engineering, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Other Tools to Save the World
First-Year Sessions
Ginsburg Hall Auditorium
Session 1 | 10:00am-11:15am
Session 2 | 1:30pm-2:45pm
The USC Viterbi School of Engineering and USC Stevens School of Computing and AI offer collaborative, hands-on experiences for students who are curious about how things work and how they can be improved. If you find yourself drawn to big questions or real-world challenges such as advancing renewable energy, addressing climate change, exploring space, improving healthcare, building better artificial intelligence systems, or creating solutions that make everyday life easier, the Viterbi School is where it all happens.
Join Paul Ledesma, Assistant Dean, for an engaging introduction to our undergraduate programs and student experience. We will highlight our range of majors, including our new degree in Artificial Intelligence, and share how Viterbi’s interdisciplinary approach, known as Engineering+, encourages students to combine technical skills with broader interests. This session is designed for both students who already see themselves as engineers and those who are still exploring.
We will discuss recommended high school preparation, including coursework in math and science, and how these foundations translate into success in engineering and computer science.
This session will be offered twice during the Open House. Seating is first-come, first-served.
Engineering Preparation for Transfer Students
Ginsburg Hall Boardroom
Session 1 | 10:00am-11:15am
Session 2 | 1:30pm-2:45pm
The USC Viterbi School of Engineering welcomes students applying to transfer from their current college or university. We understand that transfer requirements can vary from university to university, and it can be confusing.
This session is designed to help you have a clear plan to be a competitive applicant for our next term. Current college students with successful experience in calculus and lab-based science after high school are likely well prepared to apply for our programs, but we don’t want to see students “just complete GEs.” Join us in a discussion to include an overview of our engineering programs and how the USC Viterbi approach is different than other colleges and universities, especially for transfer students. We will detail the important preparation needed for engineering, transfer advisement resources unique to USC Viterbi, and other topics to assist you in your transfer plan.
Off-Campus Events
We Travel to Meet You & Your Family
Across the Country & Around the World
If you are a current Junior or Senior in high school unable to make it to campus and live near one of the cities listed here, we’ll be bringing USC and the Viterbi School to you! Each 2-hour reception is casual and led by the University Office of Admission. It includes an overview of the university, the admission process, and more on financial aid. A USC Viterbi admission counselor will also be present to lead a discussion about our programs and more on your future student experience.
Register for an event near you.
Please select a city below to get more details and register. Spaces are limited!
Atlanta
Sunday, September 27th
Beijing
Saturday, September 12th
Chicago, IL
Saturday, September 19th
Dallas, TX
Saturday, August 29th
Fort Lauderdale
Saturday, September 26th
Houston, TX
Sunday, August 30th
Hong Kong
Wednesday, September 9th
Honolulu
Saturday, October 3rd
Mumbai
Saturday, September 5th
New Delhi
Sunday, September 6th
New York, NY
Saturday, September 26th
Seattle, WA
Sunday, September 13th
Shanghai
Sunday, September 13th
Washington DC
Sunday. September 27th
First-Year Applicant Virtual Events
Can’t Visit Campus? Let’s Cover Everything Virtually!
Information Sessions
We understand that making it to campus for one of our in-person sessions is not possible for everyone.
On select Saturdays (and a few weekdays here and there), we provide the same information via a personal, interactive Zoom meeting.
Similar to our in-person events, these sessions are designed specifically for prospective first‑year applicants. The meeting is led by one of our Viterbi Admission counselors to cover our academic programs, the admission process and more on student life. When classes are in session, each meeting is accompanied by one of our current students to share their experiences and answer your questions.
This is not your typical webinar – this is our chance to get to know you!
Register for an Upcoming Virtual Info Session Below
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Wanna See More of Campus?
Live Events
Viterbi Application Ask Me Anything (Virtual)
Tuesday, October 20 at 4pm (PT)
Our admission team wants to answer your questions.
Join Paul Ledesma, the Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Admission at the USC Viterbi School of Engineering, and his admission colleagues for a last-minute conversation about the application. This informal event will give you an inside look at how USC and the Viterbi School review your application. You will also be able to engage in discussion with us through a lively Q&A session.
Transfer Student Advisement & Info
Course Selection, Application Processes, and more!
Navigating the transfer process can be challenging without support.
Our Info Sessions & Advisement virtual webinars are designed to get your questions answered. What classes should I take to be eligible for admission? How can I be a competitive transfer applicant? How do I navigate the articulation agreements?
We do not want you to “just take GE’s” before you transfer. We want you to be ready for your engineering or computer science curriculum at USC and be making progress toward you USC degree. Honestly, it’s more straightforward than you think.
PRO TIP: Review the transfer course plans and understand the articulation history with your current college/university before you attend this session.
Register for a Virtual Transfer Advisement & Info Session Below:
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