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University Of South Carolina Upstate
School Notes Overview:
At the University of South Carolina Upstate, we are inspiring students to greatness and shaping them to inspire others. From new residence halls and campus life facilities to smart classrooms, a dedicated faculty, and a completely wireless 302-acre campus, we are laying a foundation in the liberal arts that will inspire our students throughout a lifetime of learning. It’s the reason why we’re among the fastest-growing universities in South Carolina and one of the Southeast’s leading metropolitan universities. It’s also the reason why we’re one of the top transfer destinations in South Carolina for transfer students. Located along the thriving economic I-85 corridor between Atlanta and Charlotte, we offer more than 40 bachelor’s degree programs in the liberal arts and sciences, business administration, nursing, and teacher education, as well as master’s degrees in education. USC Upstate is a place, our students tell us, that inspires them to greatness and shapes them to be an inspiration to others. The only way to know if USC Upstate will inspire you is to visit. Register online at www.uscupstate.edu to attend a Fabulous Friday or an Open House. Or if you would like to talk with one of our admissions counselors, just call 864-503-5246 or 1-800-277-8727. Come be inspired!
School Overview:
 
County Spartanburg County, SC
Title IV Eligible Yes
Carnegie Classification Baccalaureate (Liberal Arts) Colleges I
Institution Level 4 or more years
Institution Control Public
Full-Time Undergraduate 3,564 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 845 students
Full-Time Graduate 5 students
Part-Time Graduate 70 students
Total Enrollment 4,484 students
Total Dormitory Capacity 779 students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 93 %
% Students Receiving Federal Grants 36 %
Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received $3,132
% Students Receiving State/Local Grants 79%
Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received $4,111
% Students Receiving Institutional Grants 14%
Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received $2,746
% Students Receiving Loans 54%
Avg. Amount Of Loan Received $3,430
School Notes:
  • USC Upstate is a coeducational, public, comprehensive metropolitan institution offering bachelor degree programs in the liberal arts, sciences, business administration, nursing and teacher education, and master’s degrees in education.
  • USC Upstate has been ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the South's top five public liberal arts colleges.
  • USC Upstate is among the fastest growing senior comprehensive universities in the state—public or private. Enrollment is approximately 5,000 students from 38 states and 71 nations.
  • USC Upstate is located in Spartanburg, South Carolina, within easy driving distance of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the coast. The campus has 12 major buildings including the Louis P. Howell Athletic Complex and the 12-acre Susan Jacobs Arboretum. The University also has a campus at the University Center in Greenville, South Carolina, offering junior- and senior-level courses.
  • Students seeking admission will need a strong college prep background, above average grades and appropriate SAT/ACT scores. If you are transferring from another college to USC Upstate, you must have at least a 2.0 grade point average. See the USC Upstate catalog for additional requirements.
  • Profile last updated: 10/09/2008.
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