USC Campuses

Our USC system creates a statewide presence through multiple locations -- the research university in Columbia, the comprehensive universities in Aiken, Beaufort and Upstate, the Palmetto College campuses in Lancaster, Salkehatchie, Sumter and Union, and our online campus -- providing great opportunities for students and communities.

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  USC Aiken

  USC Aiken is known for its small class sizes, affordability and athletic programs. 

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  USC Beaufort

  With just over 1,750 students from around the world, this campus is a dynamic and vibrant academic community serving the Lowcountry and beyond.

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  USC Columbia

  Located in the heart of Columbia, S.C., our main campus is home to more than 33,000 undergraduate and graduate students. 

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  USC Lancaster

  USC Lancaster gives students the flexibility to finish their degrees there or transfer to another campus. 

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  USC Salkehatchie

  Centrally located in the Lowcountry of South Carolina with campuses in Walterboro and Allendale, USC Salkehatchie offers the first two years of almost every major offered by the University of South Carolina.

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  USC Sumter

  Our Sumter campus supports students finishing their degrees on our campus, online or by transferring to another USC campus.  

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  USC Union

  Students here enjoy the unique benefits of a small campus, such as smaller class sizes, opportunities to get to know faculty and staff members, and options to build friendships through student organizations.

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  USC Upstate

  Comprising a diverse and dynamic community of about 6,000 students from 26 states and 17 countries, USC Upstate is a wonderful blend of traditional and nontraditional students who reflect the Upstate’s rich international character.

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  Palmetto College

  A University of South Carolina degree should be accessible no matter where you live in the state. That's why we created our online campus, Palmetto College.