Find your major. Explore your passions.
Technology. Science. Arts. Education. We’ve got it all. With more than 50 majors, programs, and pre-professional programs to choose from, you can chart a pathway to the career you’ve always dreamed of. This is your chance to explore what you really want to do, or find it along the way.


Spring Graduation Class of 2026
May 7 at 6 p.m.

New Spartans
Join Us on May 1, 2026
Admitted Student Day is our way to celebrate and welcome you to the Upstate community. We’re excited to show you and your family everything USC Upstate can offer you — as well as make sure you get answers to your questions and know your next steps.

Tuition and Aid
Paying for College.
We’ll help you get there.
We believe in equitable and accessible education. We’ll help you find available grants, scholarships, and financial aid that meets your needs.
Top Public University in South Carolina

Student Organizations and Clubs

Student-To-Faculty Ratio

Athletics
Upstate Spartans

- 15 Athletic Teams
- Big South Conference
- 250 Student Athletes


It’s Great to Be Recognized
We’re proud to be ranked among the best in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Colleges Rankings, including #2 Top Public Schools – Regional Colleges (South) and #1 Best Colleges for Veterans – Regional Colleges (South). Explore how we’re driving student success, supporting veterans, and making a difference in healthcare through our top-tier nursing program.