Print this page. The University is a great buy in quality education. Compare the costs, and you'll find that tuition and living expenses at Carolina are competitive with other southeastern state universities. In fact, the University offers financial assistance to more than 90 percent of its undergraduate students. Barron's Best Buys in College Education compares the University of South Carolina favorably with selected top colleges and universities in the nation. Carolina was also named in Kiplinger's Top 100 Best Buys for 2006.
Transfer Student Expenses |
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| 2008-09 Annual Estimate | Fall and Spring Combined | |
| S.C. Resident | Nonresident | |
| Tuition and Technology Fee | $9,063 | $23,304 |
| Housing (traditional, suite) | $3,450-$5,940 | $3,450-$5,940 |
| Meals (10-21 Meal Plan) | $2,046-$2,400 | $2,046-$2,400 |
| Books and Supplies (average) | $936 | $936 |
There are many types of financial assistance available: federal aid, grants and loans, and work study, to name a few. For more information about your financial aid options, visit the Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships.
In order to be considered for need-based financial aid, transfer students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). For more information about completing the FAFSA, please visit the FAFSA page.
LIFE Scholarship Information (South Carolina residents only)
The State of South Carolina provides financial assistance to in-state residents who meet certain requirements through the LIFE Scholarship program. South Carolina residents who transfer to USC must have earned at least a 3.0 GPA based on grades earned at all institutions, including those earned at the home institution and at other institutions, even while dually enrolled during high school. Courses classified as remedial/developmental, non degree credit courses for an associate degree or higher, or continuing education courses will not be utilized in calculating whether or not a student is eligible for the award. For more explicit guidelines and eligibility criteria information, please visit the LIFE Scholarship Guidelines page on our financial aid web site.