The University of Southern California is a private research university in Los Angeles, California, United States. Founded in 1880 by Robert M. Widney, it is the oldest private research university in California, and has an enrollment of more than 49,000 students.
Motto: Latin: Palmam qui meruit ferat
Motto in English: "Let whoever earns the palm bear it"
Type: Private research university
Established: October 6, 1880
Accreditation: WSCUC
Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian, historically Methodist
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