Estimated Tuition and Fees
| Fee | Cost for Two Semesters | Cost for Three Semesters |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $33,523 | $37,740 |
| Fees | $1,635 | $3,237 |
| Health Insurance | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Total | $37,158 | $42,977 |
NOTE: Prices are shown per the duration of the program in which a student may enter
(two ot three semesters). Fees include technology fee, lab fees, immigration fees,
application, orientation and testing fees; cultural and academic support. Department-specific
fees are charged for Direct Admission students who are enrolled in many majors and
vary from $200 to $1500 per semester. Pre-sessional tuition is charged for each semester
enrolled and includes all fees; insurance, housing and dining listed are full year
prices.
Housing Breakdown
Given the current circumstances surrounding COVID-19 and the heightened awareness they have brought related students’ health and safety, all students will be placed in YOUnion apartments for the Fall 2020 and Spring 2021 terms. YOUnion apartments feature private bedrooms with private bathrooms and each kitchen and living area is only shared by two students. These units give students the greatest control over their personal living space.
| Housing Option | Description | Cost Entering Fall 2020 |
Cost Entering Spring 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| YOUnion Apartment (near-campus) |
Private bedroom and bathroom Full living room and kitchen- Upscale amenities |
Two semesters: $11,732 Three semesters: $16,053 |
Two semesters: $10,187 Three semesters: N/A |
Dining Breakdown
Meal plans are required for fall and spring semesters. USC offers three options to choose from. Options may include additional “CAROLINA CA$H” according to the plan in effect during that semester. During the summer, there is no meal plan offered. Prices are shown per semester and are subject to change.
| Meal Plan | Fall 2020 | Spring 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 meals per week | $897 | $897 |
| 10 meals per week | $1,915 | $1,915 |
| 14 meals per week | $2,120 | $2,120 |