Every athlete depends upon a game plan to learn the plays it will take to be successful. That, plus hours of practice, disciplined choices, good health, and effective coaching help to make success a reality. You can approach your role as a student in a similar way.

This site will help you develop your own game plan for success at the University of South Carolina. It will guide you in the right direction. It will require hours of practice (studying), disciplined choices (time management, responsible behavior with alcohol), good health (sleep, exercise), and coaching (academic advising, Academic Centers for Excellence, Supplemental Instruction).

By creating your game plan for success you will map out what it will take for YOU to be a successful the University of South Carolina student and specific strategies for getting there. To the right is a guide for creating YOUR game plan. Use it and become a SMART GAMECOCK!

For more information on developing your personal Game Plan, schedule an Academic Coaching appointment with the Academic Centers for Excellence.