Map

For an interactive campus map that includes information on parking, dining, ADA accessibility, and more, click HERE!

Tickets

The main USC Commencement ceremony is a non-ticketed, open seating event held on May 10th at 8:30 a.m. Academic school ceremonies may require tickets; please check with the specific school. The Baccalaureate Ceremony held on May 9th at 5:00 p.m. is also a non-ticketed, open seating event.

Accommodations

If you are traveling from outside of the Los Angeles area for Commencement, it is highly recommended to reserve accommodations early.

  • The hotel adjacent to the USC main campus is the USC Hotel.
  • Visit Discover Los Angeles for a handy listing of hotels by price, location, and amenities. When searching, select “Downtown/LA Metro” for the nearest adjacent neighborhood to USC.

Other popular visitor neighborhoods—Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and Pasadena, offer a variety of hotels at different price points.

Presentation for USC Parents

Curious to learn more? The USC Office of Cultural Relations and University Events has prepared a helpful guide for parents.