Campus Recreation
Intramural sports, outdoor recreation, fitness and wellness centers and more.
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Campus Life
Gamecock Athletics
Gamecock football games are the centerpiece of fall entertainment in Columbia. Our two-time national champion baseball team also heats up the spring and summer months with some of the best baseball in the United States.
Student Organizations
Get involved with a group or create a new one!
Life in Columbia
Columbia is a laid-back city that packs an urban punch with art, entertainment, festivals, food, theatre and exciting weekly events, plus the low cost of living and great weather year-round.
Columbia Activity Highlights
- Nationally Ranked Zoo & Botanical Garden
- Award-Winning Library System
- World-Class Art Museum
- 3 Major Arts & Entertainment Districts
- 3 Professional Theaters
- 6 Professional Dance Companies
- 3 Major Rivers with Walkways and Water Sports
- 3 National & State Parks
All About Columbia
Get all the details from Experience Columbia, the city's visitors organization.
Housing
Columbia consistently ranks among the most livable and affordable mid-sized cities in America. Whether you want to walk, bike or drive to campus, Columbia boasts options for any budget.
Housing In Columbia
It's not hard to find affordable housing close to campus. It's very possible to find apartments or duplexes for rent near the university for about $750 per month.
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Explore the neighborhoods and communities around Columbia to narrow down your local
housing search.
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