Memberships
Our memberships align with the University Academic Calendar and can be purchased at any time. Each membership option below will have a link to take you directly to your desired membership type. Membership fees are prorated throughout the term.
Summer Memberships
May 11, 2026 - August 9, 2026
When to Purchase:
For all non-students: available for purchase starting April 27th
For all continuing students and May graduates: available for purchase starting on May 11th (have regular student access through May 10th)
Prices:
Non-Students:
Faculty, Staff, Retirees, Affiliate, and Spouse Memberships: $80
NAC, ROTC, and Alumni Memberships: $90
Faculty/Staff 1 Month Option: $45
Students:
Student Membership: $80
Student 1 Month Membership: $45
*All summer memberships, excluding 1 Month options, are prorated.
Click here to buy a summer membership
If you have any questions, please contact sacrmsrv@mailbox.sc.edu.
Group Memberships
If your department or group is interested in purchasing or offering memberships for
a group of participants/staff, please fill out the inquiry form below. We will get
back to you within 1 to 2 business days. If you have any questions, please email sacrmsrv@mailbox.sc.edu.
Group Membership Inquiry Form
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Full-time (FTE) faculty/staff members and adult spouses or qualified plus one. |
University retiress who did not claim USC credentials upon retiring and adult spouses or qualified plus one. |
University affiliates and retirees claiming USC credentials and adult spouses or qualified plus one. |
Current members of the USC Alumni Association. |
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Membership Fee Payroll Deduction Early Bird Yearly - $270 Early Bird Payroll Deduction 9-month: $15 per pay period |
Membership Fee Payroll Deduction Early Bird Yearly - $270 Early Bird Payroll Deduction 9-month: $15 per pay period |
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Membership Fee Early Bird Yearly - $300
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Student Memberships (FA/SP)
If you are fee paying student enrolled in USC - Columbia during the current semester, you will have access to our facilities during all operational hours. You must have a physical CarolinaCard to access our facilities.
If you do not have a CarolinaCard (or you have issues with your current card), please contact the CarolinaCard Office.
Early Bird Memberships
Early Bird Memberships offer a flexible and cost-effective option for members who prefer to use our facilities during specific hours. Here's what you get with an Early Bird Membership:
STWFC:
Mon. - Thu.: 6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Fri. - Sun.: Full access during all operational hours.
University Holidays/Breaks/Summer: Full access during all operational hours.
Blatt PEC:
Full Access: Available during all operational hours.
Free Membership Trial
We offer a 14-Day free trial membership to all USC Columbia campus faculty, staff, and affiliates. This trial is only available if you have not been a member before. The trial membership provides access to the Blatt PE Center and the Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center during all operational hours.
Membership Policies and Conditions
- Memberships to the STWFC are non-transferable, non-refundable and membership fees are subject to change.
- Campus Recreation members MUST use their own physical CarolinaCard to access our facilities.
- If you do not have a CarolinaCard (or you have issues with your current card), please contact the CarolinaCard Office.
Guest Passes & Policy
Guest Passes are available to purchase for $10 at the Wellness and Fitness Center Welcome Desk (credit/debit card only).