To start your application

1. Click “Apply Online Now”
2. Click “create account”
3. Complete the account profile
4. You will receive a PIN via email
5. Please answer “Yes” to the initial question asking if you want your contact information (including your name & address) to be viewed by our institution before you submit the application. This will allow us to keep you informed of important application updates.
6. Click “application for admission” to start your application

The online system allows you to complete the application in sections. Use the Navigation Bar on the left hand side of the screen to access the different sections. You must select “save” or “save and continue” at the end of each section.

Please complete at least the first three sections of the application so that your Admission Counselor can track your progress:

1. Biographical information
2. Contact information
3. Application information sections

Application Materials Needed:

1. Resume
   • List all relevant professional, educational, and personal experiences
2. Three short essays that each are:
   • One page, double spaced and in 12 point font
3. Scholarship essays
   • Questions can be found at the bottom of the "Education Supplemental Section"
   • All students are required to complete this section; if you are not interested in the scholarships simply enter "NA".
4. Two Letters of Recommendations:
   • Section Tab can be found at the bottom of navigation bar
   • You will be required to enter the contact information of your recommender
   • Your recommender will receive an email with a link to complete the letter
5. Submit official transcripts for ALL post-secondary institutions including community college coursework.

Send to:
MAT@USC
8201 Corporate Drive, Suite 190
Landover, MD 20785

MOST IMPORTANTLY- contact your Admissions Counselor if you have ANY questions or concerns.
Best of luck!