1801
Columbia, SC

School Details

The University of South Carolina-Columbia offers over 350 degree options, making it a leading choice in the state. Founded in 1801, the university boasts excellence in academics and research. USC-Columbia is part of the University of South Carolina System, which serves students across eight campuses in 20 locations, in addition to a multitude of online programs.

USC-Columbia’s mission focuses on educating students through teaching, research, and community engagement. The university provides diverse academic pathways, including accelerated programs and professional certificates.

For students seeking flexibility and convenience, USC-Columbia offers over 50 online graduate and post-graduate options. The university’s online education empowers students to achieve their academic and professional goals from anywhere in the world. Students can complete their studies remotely with access to nationally-recognized online programs.

Accreditation & Licensing

University of South Carolina-Columbia is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

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Art & Liberal Arts

Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies (Palmetto College)

Business

Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership (Palmetto)

Education

Education Specialist in Education Administration
Master of Education in Education Administration
Master of Education in Teaching / Literacy & Reading
Master of Education in Teaching / Multicultural Contexts in Education
Master of Education in Teaching / Project Based Learning
Master of Library & Information Science
Specialist in Library & Information Science

Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy in Nuclear Engineering
Master of Engineering in Aerospace Engineering
Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering
Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering
Master of Engineering in Nuclear Engineering
Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering
Master of Science in Civil Engineering
Master of Science in Computer Engineering
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Master of Science in Nuclear Engineering

Healthcare

Master of Health Information Technology
Master of Public Health / Health Promotion, Education & Behavior
Master of Public Health / Health Services Policy & Management

Nursing

Certificate of Graduate Studies in Advanced Practice Nursing (for APRNs)
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Advanced Practice Nursing (for non-APRNs)
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Nursing Administration
Certificate of Graduate Studies in Nursing Informatics
Master of Science in Nursing / Nursing Administration
Master of Science in Nursing / Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Master of Science in Nursing / Family Nurse Practitioner
Master of Science in Nursing / Nursing Informatics
Master of Science in Nursing / Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner