" I am an athlete here at USC Aiken. The professors work well with me, and understand that I am going to miss class occasionally. They take time to explain to me the things I missed. USC Aiken is the place for me. "

- Jeremy Smith , Business Administration major

Students in Class
Did You Know?
USC Aiken has some of the best professional schools in South Carolina. All three - business, nursing, and education - have received the highest level of accreditation possible. This means more opportunities for you to learn from the best and brightest the University has to offer.

"USC Aiken has the best faculty around! Professors and advisors really have your best interest in mind and will always work with you."

- Dalisha Williams, Middle School Education major

"USC Aiken has so much to offer. Whether it’s Greek life, student activities, athletics, honor societies, or residential life, our campus is full of opportunities and ways to become involved."

- Aaron Doctor, Exercise and Sports Science major

John Ellis
"USCA has many different students from many different backgrounds, but one thing that ties us all together is the campus atmosphere. When I left high school I was scared that I was not going to meet anyone that would be as good as my friends back home. Within my first couple of days at USCA, I had more friends than I have ever had before."

- John Ellis, Communications major

TJ Langford
"During the course of my freshman and sophomore years, I was a resident in the Pacer Downs. When I first met my roommate my freshman year, we became the best of friends from the get-go. We found out that we were so much alike in many ways. We connected like brothers, and we are still roommates today during our junior year. "

- Anthony (T.J.) Langford, Communications major

"Getting involved in Greek Life and participating in intramural sports is a great way to meet new people. I have participated in every intramural sport offered, and it has helped me stay active. "

- TJ Johnston, Business Marketing major

Chris Brown
"Working on campus is a great opportunity for students at USC Aiken. You have the chance to meet so many faculty and staff members and see what happens behind the scenes here at school. Your job will also work around your class schedule because they always put academics first. "

- Chris Brown, Fine Arts major

Kelsey LopezdeVictoria
"I love living in the Honors housing here at USCA. Just living on campus makes participating in university events and activities that much easier. Living in the honors wing is an added bonus because it keeps me in close proximity with like-minded students who are committed to succeeding and in turn inspire me to reach my fullest potential. The atmosphere is great for learning."

- Kelsey LopezdeVictoria, Biology and Psychology double major

"Through the wide variety of classes and clubs, USCA offers a little something for everyone. Its small class sizes, charm, and personal professors make it the perfect choice."

- Jessica Walters, Nursing major

"As a sophomore at USCA, I have really enjoyed the college classroom setting. Since the class sizes aren’t too big, I can always get help from professors anytime I’m in need."

- Thomas Mcleod, Exercise and Sports Science major

"Attending USC Aiken has been a great experience for me. From the campus events to classes and to housing, we are a like a family – a home away from home."

- Alyssa Gadsden, Chemistry major

"I love attending USC Aiken because I feel as if am in a family oriented environment. What I love most about is its location, the independence you gain from attending, and our Pacer spirit!"

- Alesha Jones, Communications major

"I never thought I would meet people from all around the world on such a small campus. You can find the best of both worlds: the advantages of a big campus in a small, friendlier environment."

- Dana Hallat, Biology (pre-dental) major

Campus Resources

Academic Support Services

There are numerous academic support services for USC Aiken students. From workshops to individual tutoring, handouts to supplemental instruction, all of the services included on this site are free for students! We want you to be successful in your experience at USC Aiken, and if there is something you need assistance with, please contact us.
Location: Penland Administration Building, Room 108
Phone: 803-641-3297

USCA Bookstore

The USCA Bookstore is the source for all course materials including textbooks, lab supplies, course packets, school supplies, and study aids. Operated by the University of South Carolina Aiken, the primary mission of the bookstore is to provide educational materials to students at the lowest cost possible.
Location: Student Activities Center near the Food Court
Phone: 803-641-3457

Career Services

Career Services advises students to get involved early in the career planning process and assists them in taking charge of their future through self-empowerment. It is the goal of Career Services to work in partnership with faculty, staff, and community toward overall student development. Other components include posting of on-campus student employment positions and responsibility for campus-wide student employment training.
Location: Penland Administration Building, Suite 107
Phone: 803-641-3440

Computer Services

Computer Services provides students, faculty and staff with the necessary computing, network, and voice communications tools and support necessary to support the academic and administrative missions of the university. USC Aiken and Computer Services are committed to providing a state-of-the-art and reliable campus computing environment. Computer Services is staffed by full-time employees Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Student assistants also provide coverage in the B&E Computer Suite Monday - Thursday from 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm and on Sunday from 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm.
Location: Business and Education Computer Suite, 2nd floor
Phone: 803-641-4357

Counseling Center

The Counseling Center shares expertise in the areas of human behavior and development through consultation and outreach services. Professional counselors are available to assist students with a variety of academic and emotional issues of concern. Counselors are also available to consult with faculty and staff on student-related issues. Office hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.
Location: Business & Education Building, Suite 126
Phone: 803-641-3609
Fax: 803-641-3677

Financial Aid

Location: Penland Administration, Room 102
Phone: 803-641-3476
Fax: 803-643-6840
Email: stuaid@usca.edu
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Housing

Whether it's at Pacer Downs Apartments, Pacer Commons, or Pacer Crossings, our newest Residence Hall, the choice to live on campus can open the door to exciting new opportunities to learn, grow and connect. Your neighbors will be fellow students, and it won't be long before you will be knocking on their doors to meet with a study group or start a game of volleyball. More importantly, research about college students has shown that living on campus is one of the most influential factors for academic success and graduation rates.
Phone: 803-641-3790

Intercultural Programs

In support of the overall mission of USC Aiken and as part of Student Life, the Office of Intercultural Affairs seeks to foster a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment for the diverse members of the campus community; to provide minority student support services and programs that assist with campus efforts to mirror the retention, graduation, and career placement rates of the larger student population; to work with various departments and committees of the university to provide programs and activities for the campus and local community that encourage an awareness and appreciation of cross-cultural perspectives; and to help equip members of the campus community with practical leadership and interpersonal skills to prepare them for living and working in an increasingly multicultural society.
Phone: 803-641-3442

Judicial Affairs

This office supports the academic mission of the University by providing services designed to meet the educational and developmental needs of students. Judicial Affairs seeks to promote community standards, civility, respect for others, respect for self, and appreciation for being a member of the academic community of USC Aiken and the responsibilities it entails. To accomplish this, Judicial Affairs promotes and enforces policies designed to foster a positive and safe learning community. Judicial Affairs respects the integrity of students by protecting student rights and insuring basic fairness in enforcing University regulations.
Phone: (803) 641 - 3790

Language Learning Center

Through internet access and the use of video and aural-oral programs, the Language Learning Center provides students with opportunities to acquire, develop, and practice effective communication skills in a variety of modern languages and to gain insight into the appreciation of diverse cultures and peoples.
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
Location: H&SS 107
Phone: (803) 641-3791

Math Lab

The Math Lab offers USCA students free peer tutoring in a variety of Math courses. The lab provides one-on-one tutoring and resources to help students be successful. The Math Lab has available reference materials such as math books, videos (math topics), and software. There are also computers that have special math programs for students.
Hours: Open Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM, and Fridays from 9:00 AM until 2:00 PM. The Math Lab is closed on Saturday and Sunday.
Location: Penland Administration Building, Room 221
Phone: 803-641-3470

Peer Educators

This program promotes the success of USC Aiken students by providing positive and proactive programming to help meet the challenges facing them in the campus community.
Location: Counseling Center, B&E 126
Phone: 803-641-3586 or 641-3609

Student Involvement

There are many different ways to get involved at USC Aiken. Students can participate in Get on Board Days, held each semester, to discover what student organizations have to offer. Pacer Times and Stall Wall Weekly publications publish information about meetings and events held on campus. Posters are placed throughout campus announcing upcoming programs. Students are welcome to attend any open club meeting or stop by the Student Involvement Office and talk to one of our helpful staff members.
Phone: 803-641-3412
Email: Ahmed Samaha

Student Health Center

The Center provides comprehensive primary healthcare services that support the overall health of the USC Aiken community by incorporating physical, psychological, educational, public health and primary prevention services.
Location: Student Activities Center
Phone: 803-641-2840

Tutoring Services

The Academic Success Center encourages USCA students to take advantage of the free tutoring program we have on campus. You can request a tutor online, by simply filling out the information on our Request a Tutor Page. We commonly have tutors available in various subjects, but please note this may change by semester.

Writing Room

The Writing Room provides an open teaching and learning environment for the collaborative discussion of writing so that students may become more aware and independent writers. Writing consultants come from a range of disciplines and are formally trained to provide feedback during all phases of the writing process.
Location: Humanities and Social Sciences Building Room 112
Phone: 803-641-3262