The faculty were very informal. USC really takes care of it's students and the students love their school. Lots of Trogan pride. Also, there's a commitment to community service. I happened to be on campus a day early and the School of Pharmacy was holding a Kid's Day event. Also, the Chairman of Admissions gave us a pep talk so we would be less stressed out prior to the interview.
What impressed you negatively?
The campus is beautiful but the neighborhood is a little questionable.
What did you wish you had known ahead of time?
nothing. Don't worry about the essay. It was easy. Read a passage and summarize it in your own words.