On-Campus Admission Events
Thornton Undergraduate Admission Sessions
Join a representative from the USC Thornton Office of Admission for an overview of the Thornton undergraduate experience and application process. First-year and transfer prospective students are encouraged to attend, as the session will focus on undergraduate music degrees. Information sessions will be available most Fridays at 11:30AM. Note: Beginning January 2026, the information sessions will begin at 11:15AM. March info session schedule will be available by February 1.
USC Office of Admission Undergraduate Events
Prospective undergraduate students are also invited to reserve a student-led or self-guided USC campus tour. Student-led tours are hosted by current undergraduate USC students who will provide a general overview of the university.
We are unable to offer tours specifically of the School of Music, but we do encourage prospective students to attend a USC campus tour as a wonderful way to learn about and experience the wider university.
Class & Rehearsal Visits
Prospective undergraduate students interested in observing a USC Thornton class or rehearsal may refer to the below approved class visit list. Please follow all instructions (included below) closely and pay special attention to any additional instructions in the “Notes from Faculty” section on the approved list.
Instructions for
Arranging a Class Visit
- Email the instructor as far in advance as possible to confirm your visit.
- Share that you’re here for a “prospective student visit” if asked for the reason for your visit upon arrival.
- Arrive to the class at least 5 minutes early on the day of the visit.
- Introduce yourself to the professor before the class begins.
- Plan to stay for the entirety of the class to avoid disruptions for others.
- Confirm with the instructor that it is okay to arrive late or leave early if you are unable to stay for the full class meeting.
Virtual Admission Events
Undergraduate Admission Sessions
Offered twice a month (usually on a Wednesday), join a representative from the USC Thornton Office of Admission for an overview of the undergraduate experience and application process. First-year and transfer prospective students are encouraged to attend as the session will focus on undergraduate music degrees. Note: Virtual info sessions are available through November and will resume in January. February virtual session schedule will be available by 1/12.
USC Office of Admission Undergraduate Virtual Sessions
Prospective undergraduate students are strongly encouraged to also attend one of the many virtual tours and programs offered by USC Admission.
Additional Options
Thornton Graduate Admission Information
Prospective graduate students are encouraged to email Kit Bellamy, Associate Director of Graduate Admission, at keb@usc.edu for more information about our graduate programs.
View: Thornton Snapshot
Can’t travel to campus just yet? View a video of the USC Thornton in this series of snapshots showcasing our students in rehearsals, performances, lessons and classes.
Student Ambassador Connections
USC Thornton Student Ambassadors are currently enrolled undergraduate students at the School of Music. They are a great resource for prospective and admitted students to learn more about the Thornton undergraduate experience.