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About USC
University of South Carolina at Columbia (USC) — public non-profit university. It is located in Columbia, United States. USC is a member of University of South Carolina System, Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU), Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU). Sport affiliations and memberships: National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
It is one of the best institutions in the world. In QS World University Rankings 2024, it is among top-580. The educational institution is in the top-400 of Times Higher Education World University Ranking.
USC carries out research in several scientific areas.
- Location
- Columbia, United States
- Establishment year
- 1801
- Students
- 37,510
- International students
- 1,876
- Female students
- 55%
- Acceptance rate
- 68%
Place in ratings
- Rating QS
- 2024#575
- Rating THE
- 2024#401-500
USC tuition fees
The academic calendar at USC is divided into two semesters. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees here are different for locals and foreigners. For locals, it starts from 9,997 USD, and for foreigners — a minimum of 19,995 USD. With the help of financial support programs, students can partially or fully cover the cost of education. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and available scholarships.
- Academic calendar
- Semesters
- Financial Aid
- Yes
- Bachelor
- Local9,997USD/year
- Foreign19,995USD/year
- Master
- Local9,997USD/year
- Foreign19,995USD/year
Additional costs
Also, consider other expenses: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals, and personal expenses.
- Room and board
- on campus10,962USD/year
- off campus11,239USD/year
- Other expenses
- on campus4,386USD/year
- off campus4,386USD/year
Bachelor degree at USC
Applicants will need a subject exam — ACT or SAT.
USC campus
The campus of the educational institution is located in Columbia. This opens up all the delights of life in a big city for students: a rich infrastructure, a large selection of entertainment, convenient transport, as well as more opportunities for internships or part-time jobs. However, for some students, such an abundance of opportunities can be distracting. The university students have access to the library. It is an integral part of learning. Students come here for educational literature or to do their homework. Not only locals study at USC, but also students from other countries. The variety of cultures represented broadens the horizons of students and fills student life with all sorts of activities, the purpose of which is cultural exchange.
- Campus Type
- Urban
- Library
- Yes
What to do after graduation
After graduation, you can stay in United States for another year. You can do this by extending your student visa or applying for a job search visa. You can find other options for immigration in our article.
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