University of South Carolina

About University of South Carolina

• Bringing Academic and Career Dreams to Life at USC

  The University of South Carolina is a storied setting where academic and professional ambitions come to life every day.

• Merging Historic Legacy with Cutting-Edge Innovation

  Every day on our campus more than 200 years of collective history meet breakthrough academics and research that are changing the word in real time.

• USC Recognized by Forbes as a Top Employer

  Explore why Forbes named the University of South Carolina one of the top 20 employers in the state, and learn how you can apply for a faculty or staff position.

• USC Leadership and Governance Structure

  The university is governed by a board of trustees appointed by the governor and state lawmakers. In addition, leadership includes board-approved officials who are responsible for oversight of key aspects of the university.

• USC Designated as R1 Research University

  USC is recognized as one of South Carolina's two R1 research universities, meaning it conducts a significant amount of research and is committed to producing new knowledge.