This three-week long program is dedicated to helping new transfer students adjust to the university and feel welcomed and connected. Fall 2026 Transfer Welcome will consist of more than 10 events that are designed for transfer students at USC but are open to all USC students.
Questions? Drop The Transfer Success team an email at satran@mailbox.sc.edu
Get Connected with our Transfer Student Welcome Series!
Participate in a scheduled 1-on-1 Transfer Success Consultation with the Carolina Experience team!
Anytime from August 24-December 4
Monday, August 17
A full day of events to welcome you to campus and help get you connected. Attend as much or as little as you like, just RSVP so we know to expect you!
RSVP Required for ALL events on this day!
Find Your Class Tours
9:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.
Meet in Russell House University Union Ballroom
Join other new transfer students on this tour to find your way around campus! Please note this is a walking tour!
Welcome Luncheon
12 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Russell House University Union Ballroom
Transfer students to USC (both new and returning) are encouraged to join for an official welcome, free lunch, panel with past transfer students, and trivia game! Come meet other transfer students and learn about opportunities to get connected on campus. Lunch is free but an RSVP is required.
Athletic Tickets Workshop
2 p.m.- 2:45 p.m.
Russell House University Union Ballroom
Join other new transfer students to learn how the student ticketing process works for sporting events at USC! Such as football! RSVP is required.
Concurrent Session Round 1
3 p.m.- 3:45 p.m.
Various Rooms in Thomas Cooper Library- TBA
Pick the session that is of the most interest to you!
- Parking and Commuting Workshop- Tips and tricks on parking, tickets, and more before the first day of class!
- Technology How-To Workshop- A quick overview of Blackboard, Navigate, and other common technology apps on campus
- Getting Involved Workshop- Overview of how to get involved in student organizations and connections to key offices on campus
- Non-Traditional Student Meet and Greet- An informal opportunity for students over the age of 24 to connect with one another!
Concurrent Session Round 2
4 p.m.- 4:45 p.m.
Various Rooms in Thomas Cooper Library- TBA
Pick the session that is of the most interest to you!
- Parking and Commuting Workshop- Tips and tricks on parking, tickets, and more before the first day of class!
- Technology How-To Workshop- A quick overview of Blackboard, Navigate, and other common technology apps on campus
- Getting Involved Workshop- Overview of how to get involved in student organizations and connections to key offices on campus
Snacks, Crafts, and Gamecock School Supplies
5 p.m.- 6:30 p.m.
Student Success Center- Thomas Cooper Library, Mezzanine Level
Relax and wind down before First Night Carolina. We will have coloring sheets, simple pottery, friendship bracelet kits and more craft supplies to enjoy along with lots of snacks! The Student Success Center will open Gamecock School Supplies early for transfer students to access for FREE school supplies!
Walk Together to First Night Carolina
6:30 p.m.
Meet at Student Success Center- Thomas Cooper Library, Mezzanine Level
The traditional welcome event for all new students is First Night Carolina! New and returning transfer students can walk over to the First Night Carolina together and participate as a group. Just meet in the Student Success Center at 6:30pm to walk over to the Horseshoe together! Event will run from 7 p.m.- 10 p.m. and you can stay as long as you like!
Thursday, August 20
11 a.m.- 2 p.m.
RHHU Ballroom
Thinking about a part-time in while in college? There are tons of opportunities both on and off campus and the Part Time Job Fair can help you learn about your options! RSVP via Handshake.
Hosted by the Career Center.
Tuesday, August 25
5:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m.
Student Success Center
Want to get organized and ready for all of your classes for your first semester! Pop into this drop in event from the Student Success Center to work on planning out your semester, making a study plans, and more academic tips. Free food too!
Hosted by the Student Success Center
Wednesday, August 26
4:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Location TBA
New to USC? Find Your Flock is a fun, fast-paced way to meet fellow transfer students, make new connections, and start building your community. Come ready to chat, laugh, and find your people! Hosted by the Carolina Experience office.
Friday, August 28
2:00 p.m.- 3:30 p.m.
Meet in the Carolina Experience Office- RHUU 034
You know where your classes are but do you know the best study spots? Best place to take a Carolina selfie? The best place to eat? Join us for this walking tour to see some hidden gems of the USC campus! Hosted by the Carolina Experience office.
Wednesday, September 2
11 a.m. -1 p.m. AND 6 p.m.- 8 p.m.
Horseshoe
Your chance to learn about some of the 600+ student organizations on campus! Be sure to stop by the Association for Transfer Students table to learn how to connect with other transfer students!
Wednesday, September 2
4:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Carolina Experience Office- RHUU 034
Transfer students know how to do college already, but they may need a little extra support in adapting to the large Columbia campus. This session will go over our top tips on how to succeed at USC and cover items that we hear from transfer students each year: common USC slang, common apps at USC, best places to study, where to eat on and off campus and more! Hosted by the Carolina Experience office.
Friday, September 4
Time and Location- tba
Be sure to attend the first meeting of the year for ATS! Learn how you can get involved and connected on campus!