Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

The University of South Carolina's path forward in the fight against COVID-19 needs your support to be successful. Learn about how the university is changing to mitigate the effects of the pandemic and what you can do to help. We'll continue to update this information as changes occur.

Campus Safety Status

Alert Level: New Normal

As a member of the Gamecock community there is nothing more important you can do to keep yourself and your loved ones safe this holiday season than to get tested for COVID-19 and consistently practice good public health behaviors such as physical distancing, wearing face coverings, hand washing and reducing social interaction – especially after hours and on weekends. We will continue to provide testing through the end of the semester for your convenience, and, if you believe you’ve already had the virus, please get an antibody test from Student Health Services. Finally, please visit our newly updated COVID testing site for the latest information about required January return to campus and required monthly testing during the spring 2021 semester. As Gamecocks, our Carolinian Creed compels us to respect and show concern for others. Do your part, get tested today.

View the COVID-19 Dashboard for the exact alert level and to see how the current conditions contribute to the campus status.

Latest Updates

Updated December 3 at 2 p.m.

The university has announced new COVID-19 testing requirements for the Spring 2021 semester. See more details on the Spring 2021 Testing Information page.
To protect the health and well-being of the campus community, students, faculty and staff are strongly encouraged to have a COVID-19 test diagnostic test. Check out all of your testing options, including a weekly test site schedule. Be sure to bring your Carolina Card to get tested.

Latest Message to Our Community

Required spring testing

Learn more from President Caslen about the new requirements for COVID-19 testing for the spring 2021 semester.

Returning to Campus Information

Safety Guidelines

Learn about health and safety measures you can take to help protect yourself and others.

Campus Changes

See how the Columbia campus will look different upon your return.

Student Information

Explore some aspects of the new student experience on campus.

Faculty and Staff Information

Access resources for teaching and working both remotely and on campus.

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

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