Discover the best housing options, read reviews from those who've already done this exchange, and connect with peers from universities worldwide!
Discover the best housing options, read reviews from those who've already done this exchange, and connect with peers from universities worldwide!
Isabel
From: IE University
To: University of Southern California
2025 • Fall
I would recommend it, they help you with everything you need, you can meet other students and it’s super close to everything..
What kind of place was it?
Student Residence
How much was the rent per month?
Around $1250/month ($5000 for the whole semester)
Where was it located?
On Royal St., 5 minutes away from campus and the Village
How can someone find this place?
Website
Would you recommend it?
I would recommend it, they help you with everything you need, you can meet other students and it’s super close to everything
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
Rock and Reilly’s, frat houses, Rocco’s
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
MKT 405 was review as a fourth year. FBE 441 is fun.
Do you have some tips?
Campus was so big and cool it has everything you need. I would pick it again 100%
Best trips to do?
San Diego, Santa Barbara, Yosemite, San Francisco
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Los Angeles?
Stay away from downtown. Take public with friends always.
Lucia
From: IE University
To: USC
2025 • Spring
Yes, it was nice but a bit overpriced because I didn't want to share a room. If you share is okey..
What kind of place was it?
Student Residence
How much was the rent per month?
1250
Where was it located?
15 min by bus to uni
How can someone find this place?
https://thelorenzo.com/
Would you recommend it?
Yes, it was nice but a bit overpriced because I didn't want to share a room. If you share is okey
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
Very top but expensive
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
Decision Making is top. Negotiation is also very good.
Do you have some tips?
Yes it's cool! I didnt love LA but the uni is amazing.
Best trips to do?
San Diego, grand canion
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Los Angeles?
GET A CAR
be ready for an expensive exchange
Celian
From: IE university
To: USC - Marshall school of business
2025 • Fall
Don’t get the full pension meal plan but get the basic one( more than enough) don’t be scared to join a frat. Clubs are difficult to join for exchange but…..
What kind of place was it?
Student Residence
How much was the rent per month?
1500
Where was it located?
5 min from campus
How can someone find this place?
Uni website
Would you recommend it?
Yes
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
Frat row, join a frat !
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
Power politics and influence, prof very good, listening and caring. Love exchange students.
Do you have some tips?
Don’t get the full pension meal plan but get the basic one( more than enough) don’t be scared to join a frat. Clubs are difficult to join for exchange but possible tho. Don’t stay in Los Angeles but travel ( Las Vegas, Yosemite park, Orange County,…) Would definitely do it again.
Best trips to do?
Las Vegas if you’re above 21
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Los Angeles?
Having a car is mandatory ( public transport are sketchy)
Marina
From: IE University
To: USC - Marshall School of Business
2025 • Spring
Unsafe campus area, easy registration and loads of course offerings, bad housing situation, I wouldn’t pick the same uni..
What kind of place was it?
Classic Apartment
How much was the rent per month?
2600
Where was it located?
Gateway
How can someone find this place?
Website, Insta
Would you recommend it?
No, too expensive and they make you pay a 6-month lease
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
Any party at frat row
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
Mastering decision making; Negotiation & Persuasion
Do you have some tips?
Unsafe campus area, easy registration and loads of course offerings, bad housing situation, I wouldn’t pick the same uni
Best trips to do?
San Diego, Las Vegas, Hawaii, New York, San Francisco
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Los Angeles?
Cost of living, Ubers almost everywhere
Avoid LA if you can, it’s not the prototype of American exchange semester experience
Alvaro
From: IE University
To: USC
2024 • Fall
Campus is very nice and big. All administrative things are quite simple apart from the vaccinations which are a pain and uneccessary...
What kind of place was it?
Student Residence
How much was the rent per month?
€1000
Where was it located?
Adams Blvd
How can someone find this place?
https://www.thelorenzo.com/
Would you recommend it?
Yes!
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
901, Victorian, Bungalow, Sound
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
Global Strategy
Do you have some tips?
Campus is very nice and big. All administrative things are quite simple apart from the vaccinations which are a pain and uneccessary.
Best trips to do?
Manhattan Beach, Hawaii, San francisco, Yosemite, Monument valley, Bryce national park, Grand Canyon, Las Vegas
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Los Angeles?
Rent a car!
