TSP is a 6-week program that helps incoming transfer students maximize their time at USC Marshall and build a community among other transfer students.
Benefits of Joining
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Gain access to a community of peers at Marshall that can be a continuous source of support during the program and throughout your time at USC;
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Receive personalized assistance regarding academic and career goals from Marshall staff, including Academic Advisors, Career Advisors, and Marshall faculty;
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Be introduced to university resources as you transition into USC Marshall;
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And strengthen key skills needed to succeed as a Marshall student and business professional.
Eligibility Requirements
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Must be an incoming transfer student at USC Marshall School of Business or Leventhal School of Accounting for Spring 2024.
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Although open to all transfer students, TSP is intended for students who are historically from underrepresented ethnic and cultural backgrounds, or who identify as first generation (first in their family) to go to college.
- Must complete the online application by Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at 11:59pm PST.
Expectations
- If selected to participate in the program, you must be available to attend all of the sessions* and events noted below (accommodations can be made on a case-by-case basis):
- Thurs, January 4, 2024 from 9am-1:30pm PST: Spring 2024 TSP Welcome
- Wed, January 10, 2024: Getting Involved and Community Building
- Wed, January 17, 2024: Strategies for Success in Marshall Courses
- Wed, January 24, 2024: Career Planning for Transfers
- Wed, January 31, 2024: Positive Well-Being and Mental Health
- Wed, February 7, 2024: Next Steps
- Wed, February 14, 2024: Career Insights in Business
*Please note that all six sessions will occur on Wednesday evenings from 5:00pm-6:50pm PST, pending room reservations. Please make sure to avoid scheduling classes during this time. Students who are admitted into the program will be notified by Friday, December 15, 2023 before our offices close for the winter break and holidays.
For any questions, please email transfers@marshall.usc.edu.
 Ali Alban Major: Business Administration Minor: Law and Technology Year in School: Junior Hometown: Lake Balboa, California Where did you transfer from? Santa Monica College What are you involved in on campus? USC Women's Club Soccer, The Consulting Club, Family Business Society Where have you interned? Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman as Business Management Intern Transfer Advice: Do not compare yourself to others around, just follow your own path and everything will come into place. |
 Chris Andrade Major: Business Administration with Finance emphasis Year in School: Senior Hometown: Diamond Bar, California Where did you transfer from? Mt. San Antonio Community College What are you involved in on campus? Trojan Investment Society (TIS), Association of Latino Professionals for America (ALPFA), USC Veterans Association Where have you interned? Morgan Stanley - Wolfslau Group (wealth management) Transfer Advice: Actively engage with peers you meet through the Transfer Success Program. Some amazing friendships were forged there, thanks to the mutual recognition we had from the program. Another crucial tip is to immerse yourself in various activities, programs, and clubs from the beginning of the semester. Opportunities tend to dwindle as the semester progresses, so it's important to join a variety of clubs and programs early on, to maximize your options for the future. |
 Allison Flores Major: Accounting Year in School: Senior Hometown: Glendale, California and Calgary, AB Where did you transfer from? UC Santa Barbara What are you involved in on campus? Accounting Society, Beta Alpha Psi (BAP), Troy Philippines, USC Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA), Trojan Investing Society, Techie, Transfer International Experience (TIE) Where have you interned? EY and William Blair Transfer Advice: Never be afraid to reach out to someone in your class who you think you've talked to before or have come across with, they are probably thinking the same thing about you - reach out first!
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 Mariam Hagopian Major: Business Administration Year in School: Senior Hometown: Glendale, California Where did you transfer from? Glendale Community College What are you involved in on campus? Core Consulting Group, Marshall Business Student Community (MBSC), BusinessSC, American Marketing Association (AMA), USC Admissions Office - Transfer Ambassador Program, Norman Topping Scholars, Armenian Student Association Where have you interned? City of Glendale as Social Media Marketing Intern Transfer Advice: Take that risk and do whatever you are scared of, the worst answer you can get is a no! |
 Nicole Liu Major: Business Administration and Accounting Year in School: Senior Hometown: Mainland China and San Marino, California Where did you transfer from? Pasadena City College What are you involved in on campus? Beta Alpha Psi (BAP), Chinese Student and Scholar Association (CSSA) Where have you interned? PwC and Crowe Transfer Advice: If you got accepted, don't doubt yourself when you are here. They chose you for a reason and you belong here. |
 Crystal Madumere Major: Business Administration and Accounting Year in School: Senior Hometown: Northridge, California Where did you transfer from? Santa Monica College What are you involved in on campus? Black Student Association, Sirens A Capella, Leventhal Transfer Program, Marshall Student Ambassador Where have you interned? EY and Amazon Transfer Advice: Try saying hi or starting a conversation with someone new everyday. |
 Tara Shinde Major: Business Administration Year in School: Junior Hometown: Chicago, Illinois Where did you transfer from? University of Illinois Chicago What are you involved in on campus? Trojan Venture Society, Music Meditation Club, TroyLabs, FinTech SC (started own organization), Asian Pacific American Student Services (APASS), First-Generation+ Success Center Where have you interned? William Blair as Investment Banking Project Management Intern and PwC as Consulting Intern Transfer Advice: Put yourself out there! Join clubs, introduce yourself to professors and classmates, and take advantage of all the resources USC and Marshall have to offer! |
 Juan Pablo Wilson Major: Business Administration Minor: Economics Year in School: Senior Hometown: San Francisco, California Where did you transfer from? City College of San Francisco What are you involved in on campus? Lambda Theta Phi, Consulting Club, Music Meditation Club, Marshall Business Student Community (MBSC) Where have you interned? Aflac and Premier Nutrition - Post Holdings Transfer Advice: Believe in yourself, in your ability to succeed, and in your ability to persevere, even when you feel like all odds are against you. Also, don't be afraid to reach out and ask for help if you feel yourself struggling, falling behind, or alone. |
 Kevin Yu Major: Business Administration with Entrepreneurship & Innovation emphasis and Accounting Minor: Applied Analytics Year in School: Senior Hometown: San Diego, California Where did you transfer from? MiraCosta Community College What are you involved in on campus? Beta Alpha Psi (BAP), Leventhal Transfer Program, Volunteer Center, Alpha Phi Omega (APO) Where have you interned? Sapere Aude Consortium, SILREAL, and Silverline Construction Transfer Advice: In a positive way, nobody cares that you're a transfer. |