As a USC 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 2019-20 Costs
The tables below reflect average costs for the 2019-20 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 and Tech Fee
$12,738
$12,738
Weighted Average Program Fees
$1,542
$1,542
Housing
$8,218 (weighted average cost)
$8,492 (average)
Meals
$3,996 (standard 21-meal plan)
$2,747 (average)
Books and Supplies (average)
$1,085
$1,085
Miscellaneous and Transportation (average)
$4,386
$4,386
Total
$31,935
$30,990
Undergraduate Students (Non-Resident)
Expenses
On-Campus Student
Off-Campus Student
Tuition and Tech Fee
$33,677
$33,677
Weighted Average Program Fees
$1,554
$1,554
Housing
$8,218 (weighted average cost)
$8,492 (average)
Meals
$3,966 (standard 21-meal plan)
$2,747 (average)
Books and Supplies (average)
$1,085
$1,085
Miscellaneous and Transportation (average)
$4,386
$4,386
Total
$52,836
$51,891
Additional Student Categories
The following reflect estimated 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
$24,451
S.C. resident undergraduate residing with parent(s)
$45,352
Non-resident undergraduate residing with parent(s)
$27,686
S.C. resident graduate student (6 credit hours per term)
$35,898
Non-resident graduate student (6 credit hours per term)
$43,893
S.C. resident School of Law student
$74,901
Non-resident School of Law student
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