Residential College Cup
The Residential College Cup is an annual competition that brings first-year USC students together through events, activities, and friendly competition. Residents earn points throughout the academic year while representing one of seven residential college teams.
By participating, students can meet their neighbors, build community, create lasting memories, and help their team compete for the Residential College Cup trophy.
The Seven Residential College Teams
Birnkrant
McCarthy Honors
New North
Parkside A&H
Parkside IRC
South
Marks Tower and Pardee Tower
West
Webb Tower
Which Team Do I Represent?
First-year students who do not live in one of the seven residential colleges can still participate in the Residential College Cup:
- West: Century, La Sorbonne, Cardinal Gardens, and McClintock residents
- Birnkrant: Troy and Graduate and Family Housing residents
- New North: Figueroa residents
- McCarthy Honors: Cale & Irani, Cowlings & Ilium, Nemirovsky, Bohnett, and McMorrow residents
How the Competition Works
Residential College Cup points are earned through event placement, event attendance, and scoring during competitions.
Event Placement
Event Attendance
Competition Scoring
Together, these points determine each residential college or community’s overall ranking.
Residential College Cup Events
Throughout each semester, residents can attend and compete in events that support their residential college or community. Participating is a great way to meet neighbors, make friends, enjoy giveaways, create memories, and have fun.
Every point helps your team move closer to winning the Residential College Cup trophy at the end of the academic year.
2025–2026 Residential College Cup Champion
South Residential College
Accessibility and Participation
Residential College Cup programs are open to all eligible individuals. Residential Education operates its programs and activities consistent with USC’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.
Individuals with disabilities who need accommodations to attend an event may contact ResEd@usc.edu. Please provide at least seven days’ notice when requesting accommodations or auxiliary aids, such as sign language interpreters or alternative-format materials. Every reasonable effort will be made to provide accommodations in an effective and timely manner.