Computer Accounts
Computer accounts for all university students.
If you are a new DEN@Viterbi student, you will be provided with a USCNetID. This assigns a computer account for each student, enabling access to USC's digital library, unique email address, free software and more.
USC Information Technology Services (ITS) provides access to these essential resources and support. Computer accounts are automatically created for Admitted & Limited students enrolled at USC, but they must first be activated. If you experience any issues setting up your account or installing university provided software, please contact USC ITS directly.
Read more about computer accounts here.
To activate your USCNetID, please click here. Activating your USCNetID also creates your e-mail/UNIX account.
USC Email Communication Policy
All Admitted and Limited students are charged a engineering access fee each semester. This fee appears on your fee bill. Faculty and other university offices may use your USC email address as the primary means of communication with you. Visit the Tuition and Fees page for more information.
As a USC student, you are responsible for checking this account regularly.
Published on July 6th, 2017
Last updated on August 24th, 2021