Don't want to go to USC? Don't overestimate yourself or underestimate USC plz. It is a prestigious school. I guess you don't like it because many other chinese students who you think are "no good" than you can also go there? Maybe you are proud of your experience and GPA? Actually, I don't think you can stand out as you planned. You will have some ads from some of those top schools but nothing is guaranteed. Good luck.