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Student Experience

Aim high, achieve higher.

Discover a vibrant student experience at USC Upstate – where you’ll thrive academically and socially. Explore clubs, programs, and other opportunities that will make your college experience memorable. With the support of our Spartan community behind you, you can go further than you ever imagined.

Create memories. Build community.

Attending USC Upstate is an opportunity to learn and grow beyond the classroom. Explore your interests or discover new ones while making lifelong connections and learning lessons you’ll never forget.

Clubs and Activities

Clubs and Activities

With over 70 student organizations to choose from, you have your pick of interests and skills to explore.

Athletics

Athletics

Whether you’re cheering from the sidelines or playing on the field, it’s good to be a Spartan.

Fraternity and Sorority Life

Fraternity and Sorority Life

Join a legacy that will leave a positive impact with one of the 12 chapters of national fraternal organizations on campus.

Leadership

Leadership

Learn to lead by spearheading a community service project, serving on student government, or mentoring your peers.

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With over 70 student organizations to choose from, you have your pick of interests and skills to explore.

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Whether you’re cheering from the sidelines or playing on the field, it’s good to be a Spartan.

Students at the Homecoming Step Competition

Join a legacy that will leave a positive impact with one of the 12 chapters of national fraternal organizations on campus.

Group photo of leadership students

Learn to lead by spearheading a community service project, serving on student government, or mentoring your peers.

Residence Life

Find where you belong.

Our residence and dining halls aren’t just places to rest and eat. They’re places to study, laugh, create inside jokes, and build friendships and traditions that will last you a lifetime. Explore your options for campus living and start creating your home away from home.

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Campus and Facilities

What’s on Campus?

USC Upstate is home to a number of art galleries, the theatre, and venue facilities. Visit the Bookstore and the Spartan Rec Center. Explore our beautiful 6-acre park and Pavilion. USC Upstate offers innovative business and economics programs at The George, in downtown Spartanburg.

Support

Your success is our priority.

We’re here to support you for every step of your academic journey. From academic advice to wellness services, career development to counseling, the USC Upstate team is here to ensure that you have all the tools you need to thrive.