As a University of South Carolina student, the decisions you make about your degree
program and living expenses will not be identical to anyone else's. So while these
examples are estimations based on averages, this information should provide you with
a good idea of what to expect for both direct and indirect annual costs for your educational
experience.
Estimated 2020-21 Costs
The tables below reflect estimated average costs for the 2020-21 academic year (fall and spring semesters), and they should
only be used as cost-estimating tools. Your educational costs may vary from the information
below depending on your chosen course of study and your unique educational, dining
and living needs.
Undergraduate Students (S.C. Resident)
Expenses
On-Campus Student
Off-Campus Student
Tuition
$12,288
$12,288
Tech Fee
$400
$400
Weighted Average Program Fees
$1,575
$1,575
Housing
$8,374
$7,049
Meals
$4,061 (standard 21-meal plan)
$3,043
Books and Supplies (average)
$1,250
$1,250
Miscellaneous (average)
$3,335
$3,335
Transportation (average)
$2,118
$2,118
Total
$33,401
$31,058
Undergraduate Students (Non-Resident)
Expenses
On-Campus Student
Off-Campus Student
Tuition
$33,528
$33,528
Tech Fee
$400
$400
Weighted Average Program Fees
$1,582
$1,582
Housing
$8,374
$7,049
Meals
$4,061 (standard 21-meal plan)
$3,043
Books and Supplies
$1,250
$1,250
Miscellaneous
$3,335
$3,335
Transportation
$2,118
$2,118
Total
$54,648
$52,305
Additional Student Categories
The following reflect estimated average total annual costs for several additional budget categories. If you don't see your
category or need additional information, please contact our office so that a member of our knowledgeable team can assist you.
Cost
Student Categories
$25,630
S.C. resident undergraduate residing with parent(s)
$46,877
Non-resident undergraduate residing with parent(s)
$26,920
S.C. resident graduate student (6 credit hours per term)
$35,096
Non-resident graduate student (6 credit hours per term)
$43,777
S.C. resident School of Law student
$74,785
Non-resident School of Law student
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