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 2019-20 Costs
The tables below reflect average estimated 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
$3,966 (standard 21-meal plan)
$2,747 (average)
Books and Supplies (average)
$1,085
$1,085
Miscellaneous and Transportation (average)
$4,386
$4,386
Total
$31,935
$30,990
Undergraduate Students (Non-Resident)
Expenses
On-Campus Student
Off-Campus Student
Tuition and Tech Fee
$33,627
$33,627
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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