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University 101 Programs

Become a Peer Leader

University 101 peer leaders are exceptional juniors or seniors who are chosen to serve as a co-instructor in a University 101 class.

U101 Peer Leader Application Timeline

The application process to serve as a peer leader in fall 2025 has concluded. The application to serve as a peer leader in fall 2026 will be available in August. 


Requirements: 

  • Junior or above standing during the semester they serve (by year, not by credits)
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Demonstrate leadership skills and involvement in other substantive areas of university life

A University 101 Peer Leader Is:

  • An active and involved member of the Carolina community
  • Confident in their ability to lead others
  • Dedicated to helping others succeed
  • Appropriately assertive
  • Able to think on their feet
  • Able to speak in front of a classroom of peers
  • Comfortable leading difficult conversations 
  • Proud to be a student at the University of South Carolina
  • A model of the Carolinian Creed

Application Timeline for New Peer Leaders (for fall 2025)

  • October 15, 2024 - Early Decision/Study Abroad Application Deadline
  • November 11 - 15, 2024 - Early Decision/Study Abroad Interviews
  • January 17, 2025 - Final Application Deadline
  • February 4 - 7, 2025 -  Regular Decision Interviews

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