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Jeremy Smith
" I am an athlete here at USC Aiken. The professors work well with me, and understand that I am going to miss class occasionally. They take time to explain to me the things I missed. USC Aiken is the place for me. "

- Jeremy Smith , Business Administration major

Students in Class
Did You Know?
USC Aiken has some of the best professional schools in South Carolina. All three - business, nursing, and education - have received the highest level of accreditation possible. This means more opportunities for you to learn from the best and brightest the University has to offer.

Dalisha Williams
"USC Aiken has the best faculty around! Professors and advisors really have your best interest in mind and will always work with you."

- Dalisha Williams, Middle School Education major

Aaron Doctor
"USC Aiken has so much to offer. Whether it’s Greek life, student activities, athletics, honor societies, or residential life, our campus is full of opportunities and ways to become involved."

- Aaron Doctor, Exercise and Sports Science major

John Ellis
"USCA has many different students from many different backgrounds, but one thing that ties us all together is the campus atmosphere. When I left high school I was scared that I was not going to meet anyone that would be as good as my friends back home. Within my first couple of days at USCA, I had more friends than I have ever had before."

- John Ellis, Communications major

TJ Langford
"During the course of my freshman and sophomore years, I was a resident in the Pacer Downs. When I first met my roommate my freshman year, we became the best of friends from the get-go. We found out that we were so much alike in many ways. We connected like brothers, and we are still roommates today during our junior year. "

- Anthony (T.J.) Langford, Communications major

TJ Johnston
"Getting involved in Greek Life and participating in intramural sports is a great way to meet new people. I have participated in every intramural sport offered, and it has helped me stay active. "

- TJ Johnston, Business Marketing major

Chris Brown
"Working on campus is a great opportunity for students at USC Aiken. You have the chance to meet so many faculty and staff members and see what happens behind the scenes here at school. Your job will also work around your class schedule because they always put academics first. "

- Chris Brown, Fine Arts major

Jessica Walters
"Through the wide variety of classes and clubs, USCA offers a little something for everyone. Its small class sizes, charm, and personal professors make it the perfect choice."

- Jessica Walters, Nursing major

Thomas Mcleod
"As a sophomore at USCA, I have really enjoyed the college classroom setting. Since the class sizes aren’t too big, I can always get help from professors anytime I’m in need."

- Thomas Mcleod, Exercise and Sports Science major

Alyssa Gadsden
"Attending USC Aiken has been a great experience for me. From the campus events to classes and to housing, we are a like a family – a home away from home."

- Alyssa Gadsden, Chemistry major

Alesha Jones
"I love attending USC Aiken because I feel as if am in a family oriented environment. What I love most about is its location, the independence you gain from attending, and our Pacer spirit!"

- Alesha Jones, Communications major

Dana Hallat
"I never thought I would meet people from all around the world on such a small campus. You can find the best of both worlds: the advantages of a big campus in a small, friendlier environment."

- Dana Hailat, Biology (pre-dental) major

Cost of Attendance


What is the cost of attendance?

Below is a schedule of fees for the 2011-2012 year.

Application Fee $45.00
A one-time, non-refundable application fee is required of all students and must accompany the application, undergraduate and graduate.

International Student Application Fee $100

Matriculation Fee $85.00
A one-time fee for orientation, assessment, and placement testing for new undergraduate and graduate degree-seeking students.

Reinstatement Fee $40.00

 

Academic Fees

Undergraduate

Per Semester

Graduate

Per Semester*

Full-Time, Resident $4,230 $5,458
Full-Time, Non-resident $8,474 $11,722
     
Part-Time, Resident (Per Hour) $367 $455
Part-Time, Non-resident (Per Hour) $734 $977
Part-Time, S.C. Certified Teachers (Resident)    $320
Part-Time, S.C. Certified Teachers (Non-resident)    $350
     
17 hours and above (additional charge per hour), Resident $80 $80
17 hours and above (additional charge per hour), Non-resident $208 $170

Other Required Fees (Per Semester)

Technology fee (full-time) $120 $120
Technology fee (part-time, per hour) $9 $9
Public Safety fee (all students, includes parking permit) $25 $25
Public Safety fee (summer, per term) $8 $8

Notes:

-  Graduate fees must be paid by graduate students whether the courses taken are graduate or undergraduate.

-  Students enrolled in courses at another USC campus will be required to pay the tuition and fees of that campus in addition to the USC Aiken tuition and fees for the USC Aiken courses.

-  Audit fee same as regular tuition.

-  Senior Citizens:  Legal residents of South Carolina who have attained the age of sixty (60) and meet admission and other standards deemed appropriate by the University may attend classes for credit or non-credit purposes on a space available basis at no tuition.  All other required fees will be charged.

 

Other Optional Fees (Per Semester)

Per Semester

Housing  
Double occupancy (per student) $2,190
Single occupancy (per student) $2,600

Double as a single room

$3,090
Meals  
10 meals per week $965
15 meals per week $1,050
19 meals per week $1,125
Meal Plan Block 30 (commuter students only) $265
Meal Plan Block 50 (commuter students only) $420
Declining balance $825
Declining balance $450
Pacer Card (cash alternative, per card) $40
Other Fees  
Bad check (returned by bank for any reason) $30
Deferred Payment Plan fee $75

Notes:

-  All students living on campus will be required to purchase a meal plan consisting of either 19, 15 or 10 meals per week.  Other students may choose from Meal Block 30, Meal Block 50, or declining balance.

 

 

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