The University of Southern California (USC) is a prestigious private research university located in Los Angeles with extremely competitive admissions and a 10% acceptance rate. The most popular majors include business administration and management, computer science, management sciences and information systems, speech communication and rhetoric, and accounting, with management science being the most popular with 1,221 degrees awarded annually. USC is particularly known for its highly-ranked film school, business programs, engineering, and strong alumni network in entertainment and technology industries. The campus is located in the University Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, situated about 3 miles southwest of downtown LA and approximately 3 miles from the city center, providing students access to internships, cultural attractions, and the vibrant entertainment industry.