At the South Carolina Honors College, you can choose from hundreds of engaging courses
designed specifically for you, live with high-achieving classmates, and experience
learning that takes you far beyond the classroom.
When you combine the resources of a top-tier research university and the feel of a
small liberal arts college, you get the top-ranked public honors college in the United States. You get the best of both worlds, the South Carolina Honors
College.
Your academic experience at the Honors College will inspire you. You'll carry what
you learn here throughout the rest of your life and career. As you explore your interests,
you'll also have access to some of the coolest courses on campus. With nearly 600 Honors courses offered each year, you and your academic
advisor can find perfect courses that fit your major and your interests. And speaking
of majors, if you can't find one that fits your unique educational goals, you have
a unique option available only to Honors College students — the Baccalaureus Artium
et Scientiae [BARSC] degree, which allows you to design your own major .
Once you're here, you'll have access to special campus housing for Honors students as well as all the amenities the University of South Carolina has to offer. No doubt
you are accustomed to challenging course work and strong academics, but there's a
great big world beyond the classroom and Honors College students are encouraged, make
that required, to apply what they learn through research projects , study abroad , service learning and internships . As you navigate that big world, you'll also be part of a supportive community, including
other Honors students and a devoted team of faculty and staff.
Our alumni live and work all over the world, and we make every effort to keep you
in touch with each other. From alumni awards to regional events, getting together
with this accomplished group can open doors for you.
We have information sessions for prospective students on a weekly basis. Staff and
students share their experiences, discuss the academic offerings provided by the college,
review the application process and requirements and answer your questions. We look
forward to meeting you! We also encourage applicants to learn more about Honors life
through our prospective student page !
News
Monster Man
They say a dog is a man’s best friend, and for those with service dogs, this adage takes on a whole new meaning. For someone like Honors College senior Sarai Deese, her lovable companion has proved to be much more than a friend.
Honors in the news
Extra, extra! South Carolina Honors College students are covering campus happenings and student interests in all forms of media, from articles to airwaves -- but that's not all. They're also honing leadership skills, exploring creative interests and building lasting relationships with their peers. Read all about the SCHC students who are leading, or have recently led, the WUSC radio station, Garnet & Black, Student Gamecock Television (SGTV) and The Daily Gamecock.
Love, Honors
How many times would Top Scholar alumni Jenni and Brad Williams (2013, 2011) meet before realizing that they were a perfect match? When they finally did, their Gamecock community was ready to celebrate.
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