University of Southern California — Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry
Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry
Los Angeles, CA
PrivateDoctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)
Cost Estimates: All costs shown are estimates based on publicly available information and may not reflect your actual expenses. Please verify all costs directly with the school's financial aid office.
Total Cost Summary
Resident Student
$655,178
Total 4-year cost
Non-Resident Student
$655,178
Total 4-year cost
USC does not publish a detailed 2025-26 COA publicly; tuition estimates are based on recent student reports and national benchmarking. Living costs are approximate. Official USC financial aid office has detailed COA. USC is a private school with no residency distinction. Estimated total includes tuition + living + insurance + miscellaneous.
Year-by-Year Breakdown
| Category | D1 | D2 | D3 | D4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $124,920 | $124,920 | $124,920 | $83,280 |
| Living Expenses | $33,512 | $33,512 | $33,512 | $33,512 |
| Health Insurance | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
| Dental Kit & Equipment | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Books & Supplies | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Externship & Misc | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Year Total (Resident) | $181,776 | $175,131 | $170,339 | $127,932 |
Data Sources
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Official Source
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Last updated: 2025
Academic year: 2025-2026