Universities in South Carolina — Directory
This page provides a comprehensive directory of accredited universities and colleges operating in South Carolina. Information includes institution profiles, locations, and official contact points.
For detailed information about tuition, programs, and admissions, visit Cost of Studying, Programs & Degrees, and Admissions Guide. For student life insights, see Student Experiences.
Public Universities
University of South Carolina
Columbia, South Carolina
Official Website: https://www.sc.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
Clemson University
Clemson, South Carolina
Official Website: https://www.clemson.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
Coastal Carolina University
Conway, South Carolina
Official Website: https://www.coastal.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, South Carolina
Official Website: https://www.winthrop.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
Private Universities
Furman University
Greenville, South Carolina
Official Website: https://www.furman.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
Wofford College
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Official Website: https://www.wofford.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
Charleston Southern University
Charleston, South Carolina
Official Website: https://www.charlestonsouthern.edu
Admissions: Admissions Office
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Data compiled from official university sources
This directory includes accredited institutions in South Carolina. Students should verify current accreditation status, program availability, and admission requirements directly with universities. Additional information is available on the Data Sources page.
Last reviewed: January 2026