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Welcome, First-Gen Gamecocks!

At USC, we recognize any individual whose parents did not complete a bachelor’s degree as a first-gen student. If you’re a first-gen student, this is your space to thrive, connect, find resources, and make the most of your USC journey.

Celebrate with us November 4-8, during our First-Gen College Celebration Week! We have a week of events you won't want to miss - including some events which you must sign up for to participate. 

Who We Are and What We Do

Over 20% of USC students — over 7,000 of you — are first-gen! The First-Generation Center at Maxcy College is here to help you tap into every resource and opportunity USC has to offer. See how our vibrant hub can offer you support, guidance, and connection:

Weekly Events and Workshops
Meet new friends, learn new skills, and have fun with us every month.

First-Gen Mentor Program
Jumpstart your USC experience with a mentor who’s been in your shoes!

First-Gen Living and Learning Community
Join 150 other first-gen students living right here at Maxcy College, where support and community are just steps away.

 


Come Say, "Hi!"

Swing by the lobby at Maxcy College anytime during business hours, and one of our friendly staff members or student employees will be happy to chat, answer questions, or show you around. Or just stop by the front desk to ask about our mentoring program — it's the fastest way to feel right at home here at USC!

Meet our team and learn more about our vision and mission.

 


Support First-Gen Students at USC

Did you know nearly 5 million undergraduate students identified as first-generation across the nation in 2020? That's 1 in every 3 students!

You can help support the 7,000+ first-gen students at USC by giving directly to the First-Generation Student Support Fund.

GIVE ONLINE

 

More Ways to Give

Contact us at 1-877-349-2106 to speak with a USC staff member to make a gift by phone.

Contact us at 1-877-349-2106 if you would like us to email or mail you a pledge form. You can print it and mail the completed pledge form to: 
 
University of South Carolina 
Office of Gift Processing 
1600 Hampton Street, Suite 736 
Columbia, SC 29208 

Use the online pledge form to indicate your gift amount and preferred billing frequency.

 


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