Applying as a Military-Affiliated Student

At South Carolina, you can further your education with a range of degree options at a university recognised in Military Times "Best for Vets" ranking for 2024. The university is ranked 1st in the Southeast and 7th among public universities across the nation.

Veterans and military-affiliated students enjoy admissions privileges, including:

• military training and experience and passing scores on CLEP exams may earn college credit- militarycredit evaluated by specific colleges.
• veteran and military representatives available at admissions events for prospective students.
• individual appointments available during campus tours.

Learn more about admissions and applying or set up a campus tour to come take a closer look at our historic Union campus.

 

Using your Educational Benefits

Many members of our team are military veterans, too. We can help you navigate applying, enrolling, and beyond. If you're considering attending South Carolina, here's how you can get started today:

1. Apply for admission to the university.
2. Once admitted, apply for financial aid.
3. Review the educational benefits checklist your chapter benefit will require.
4. Apply for your benefits by completing the Enrollment Certification Request and attatching or submitting any required documentation.

 

I'm a New USCU Student

When you first arrive on campus, there's so much that it can feel overwhelming. Learn about common places, services and needs first-time students of the university often have in thier first days on campus.

 

Readmission After Active Duty

Students who must report for active duty while enrolled in a term or semester at the University of South Carolina Union are subject to established academic regulationswhen returning, but will be given every consideration for readmission in the same academic status as at the time of the withdrawl.