National Transfer Student Week gives us the opportunity to celebrate and recognize the importance of transfer students not just on the USC campus, but across the country.
In Summer/Fall 2025:
USC’s top 5 most popular Two-Year Institutions colleges students transferred from were:
- Midlands Technical College
- Trident Technical College
- Greenville Technical College
- Horry-Georgetown Tech College
- Tri-County Technical College
USC’s top 5 most popular Four-Year Institutions colleges students transferred from were:
- College of Charleston
- Coastal Carolina University
- Clemson University
- Winthrop University
- Charleston Southern University
Top 10 Majors
- Psychology
- Biological Sciences
- Criminology and Criminal Justice
- Sport and Entertainment Management
- Exercise Science
- Public Health
- Mechanical Engineering
- Computer Science
- Services Management
- Elementary Education
Residency
- SC Resident: 71%
- Non-Resident: 29%
SC Counties Represented: 39
States Represented: 39
National Transfer Student Week 2026
Sweet on Transfer Table
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Davis Circle
Transfer students are encouraged to stop by the Carolina Experience table on Davis Field to pick up a sweet treat and talk to Carolina Experience staff. Hosted by the Carolina Experience Office.
Defining Success
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Russell House 034
Join us for an engaging workshop designed for transfer students to explore and redefine what success means to you—academically, personally, and beyond. Presented by the Student Health and Well-Being Center in collaboration with Carolina Experience, this session offers tools, reflection, and strategies to help you thrive in your own way.
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Sweet on Transfers Table
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Davis Circle
Transfer students are encouraged to stop by the Carolina Experience table on Davis Field to pick up a sweet treat, talk to Carolina Experience staff and learn more about resources for and opportunities for transfer students! Hosted by the Carolina Experience Office.
Transfer Student Fall Social
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
RHUU 207A (Ballroom section AB)
All transfer students are invited to join in for pumpkin painting, food, and other fall fun! Sponsored by the Association of Transfer Students, Tau Sigma Honor Society, and the Carolina Experience Office.
Swap Your Swag Table
11:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m.
Davis Circle
New transfer student at USC? Haven’t had time to pick up new USC merch? Stop by our table and get some new USC gear by showing us an item from the school you transferred from. It could be a shirt, keychain, ID, etc. from your previous school. Show us your item and we will give you new USC swag! Hosted by the Carolina Experience Office.
USC Career and Internship Fair
11:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
RHUU Ballroom
Having an internship can be one of the most beneficial experiences while at USC. Stop by the Career Fair to learn about opportunities! Be sure to dress to impress! Sponsored by the Career Center.
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Grand Opening: The Carolina Experience Office
1:30 p.m.- 3:30 p.m.
Russell House 034
The Carolina Experience is here to help transfer students as they get started at USC and they have moved into new office space in Russell House! The grand opening of this space is being held during National Transfer Student Week and transfer students are encouraged to stop by and help celebrate. Grab a snack, tour the space, and learn about services available for transfer students.
Meet the Carolina Experience Peer Leaders Table
11 a.m. -2 p.m.
Davis Circle
Every transfer student has a Carolina Experience Peer Leader assigned to help them transition to USC! Take a moment and stop and talk to some of the CEPLs and learn about opportunities at USC! Hosted by the Carolina Experience Office.
SC Opportunities Career Fair
11:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
RHUU Ballroom
Having an internship can be one of the most beneficial experiences while at USC. Stop by the Career Fair to learn about opportunities! Be sure to dress to impress! Sponsored by the Career Center.
Thriving After Your Transfer Semester Workshop
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Russell House 034
You've made it through the first half of the semester- now it's time to thrive. Join us as we explore strategies for continued success, campus involvement opportunities, and resources to help you make the most of your transfer experience. Connect with fellow transfer students, ask questions, and learn what's next on your journey. Feel free to bring your lunch
Professional Headshots for Transfer Student
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Career Center
Get your professional headshot taken by our experts at the Career Center!
No RSVP is required.
National Transfer Student Week Recognition Giveaway
To celebrate National Transfer Student Week and recognize the importance of the transfer student experience at USC-Columbia, Vice President for Student Affairs and Academic Support J. Rex Tolliver will award one currently enrolled USC-Columbia undergraduate student- who transferred to USC-Columbia- up to one year of tuition.
Prize: Up to one academic year of in-state tuition only. The award covers resident undergraduate tuition only and does not include fees, housing, meals, or other expenses.
Eligibility: Enrolled undergraduate students at the USC-Columbia campus who transferred to USC-Columbia as an undergraduate student, including change-of-campus students.
How to Enter: The recognized student will be randomly selected through a drawing based upon attendance in any National Transfer Student Week events as noted on the Carolina Experience website. Eleven events will take place October 19–23. To receive an entry, students must check in at each event using their Carolina Card or the event sign-in sheet. Eligible transfer students who check in will be entered into the drawing. Attend multiple events to receive additional entries.