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