Other exceptions will be considered by the dean of curriculum and instruction in the college. Students who are completing major degree programs in a professional school, but whose degree is conferred by the college, are exempt from this policy. This policy also applies to transferable courses . If the student wants to enroll in more than 18 units, he or she may do so, but should consult first with the academic advisor. The college requires a minimum 2. 0 grade point average in upper division major courses.
Some departments require grades of C or higher in specified courses.
A grade point average of at least 3.0 on all units attempted at USC is required for master's degrees.