" 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
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
"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
"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
"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
"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
Academic Calendar (2006 - 2007)
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Fall Semester 2006
August 18 - 21 (Fri - Mon) - Walk-in fee processing in the Finance Office, Penland Administration Building, Room 114, from 9 a.m - 5 p.m. on August 18th and from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. on August 21st for those students who participated in Priority Registration and need to apply Financial Aid in person.
August 18 (Fri) - VIP re-opens at 9 a.m. - Students who registered during Priority Registration may make schedule adjustments via VIP beginning on August 18th.
August 21 (Mon) - VIP closes at 6 p.m. 1st Cancellation of schedules for non-payment of fees at 6 p.m.
August 22 (Tue) - VIP re-opens at 9 a.m. New students, re-admit students, transfer students, and transient students registration - 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. continuously in the Penland Administration Building.
Note: The Finance Office will close at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, August 22nd.
August 23 (Wed) - New students, re-admit students, transfer students, and transient students registration and fee processing - 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. continuously in the Penland Administration Building.
Registration and fee processing for continuing students - 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. continuously in the Penland Administration Building.
August 23 (Wed) - VIP closes at 6 p.m. 2nd cancellation of schedules for non-payment of fees at 6 p.m.
August 24 (Thu) - UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE CLASSES BEGIN.
August 24 (Thu) - VIP re-opens at 9 a.m.
August 24 - 30 (Thu - Wed) - Late registration and schedule adjustments - 9:00am - 6:00pm in the Registration Center, 109 Penland Administration Building. VIP will also be available all week as well as FDR from some advisors. Note: the Registration Center will close at 5:00pm on Friday, August 25th.
August 30 (Wed) - Last day to register and/or change your schedule for Fall 2006 classes in Sessions A002 and N002. Last day to drop a course or withdraw without record for Fall 2006 classes in Sessions A002 and N002. Last day to elect/revoke audit option for Fall 2006 classes in Sessions A002 and N002.
August 30 (Wed) - VIP closes at 6:00pm.; Final cancellation of schedules for non-payment of fees at 6:00pm.
September 1 (Fri) - Last day to apply for December 2006 graduation. Last day to submit Rising Junior Proficiency Portfolio in Writing for Fall 2006.
September 4 (Mon) - Labor Day--no classes. The University will be closed.
October 11 (Wed) - Grad Finale.
October 12 (Thu) - Mid-point in semester.
October 18 (Wed) - Last day to withdraw or drop without receiving a "WF" for Fall 2006 classes in Sessions A002 and N002. Last day to elect/revoke the pass/fail option for Fall 2006 classes in Sessions A002 and N002.
October 19 - 20 (Thu - Fri) - Fall Break--no classes.
November 6 (Mon) - Advisement for Spring 2007 begins for currently enrolled students.
November 7 (Tue) - General Election Day--no classes. The University will be open.
November 13 - 17 (Mon - Fri) - Priority Registration for Spring 2007 for currently enrolled students.
November 17 (Fri) - Last day for Priority Registration for Spring 2007 for currently enrolled students.
November 22 - 26 (Wed - Sun) - Thanksgiving Holiday--no classes.
December 8 (Fri) - UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE CLASSES END.
December 9 - 10 (Sat - Sun) - Reading days
December 11 - 15 (Mon - Fri) - Final exams
December 14 (Thu) - Convocation
Spring Semester 2007
November 6 (Mon) - Advisement for Spring 2007 begins for currently enrolled students.
November 13 - 17 (Mon - Fri) - Priority Registration for Spring 2007 for currently enrolled students.
November 17 (Fri) - Last day for Priority Registration for Spring 2007 for currently enrolled students.
January 5 (Fri) - Deadline for suspended students to submit reinstatement petitions for Spring 2007.
January 10 - 11 (Wed - Thu) - VIP re-opens at 9 a.m. Students who registered during Priority Registration may make schedule adjustments via VIP beginning on January 10th.
January 12 (Fri) - New students, re-admit students, transfer students, and transient students registration and bill processing 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. continuously in the Penland Administration Building.
Continuing students who did not participate in Priority Registration may register on this date.
January 12 (Fri) - 1st cancellation of schedules for non-payment of fees at 5 p.m. VIP closes at 5 p.m.
January 15 (Mon) - Martin Luther King, Jr., Day -- no classes. University will be closed.
January 16 (Tue) - UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE CLASSES BEGIN. VIP re-opens at 9 a.m.
January 16 - 22 (Tue - Mon) - Late registration and schedule adjustments - 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. VIP will also be available all week as well as FDR from some advisors. Note: The Registration Center will close at 5 p.m. on Friday, January 19th.
January 22 (Mon) - Last day to register and/or change your schedule for Spring 2007 classes in Sessions A002 and N002. Last day to drop a course or withdraw without any record for Spring 2007 classes in Sessions A002 and N002. Last day to elect/revoke audit option for Spring 2007 classes in Sessions A002 and N002.
January 22 (Mon) - Final cancellation of schedules for non-payment of fees at 6 p.m. VIP closes at 6 p.m.
The Finance and Financial Aid Offices will remain open until 6:00 p.m.
January 26 (Fri) - Last day to apply for May 2007 graduation. Last day to submit Rising Junior Proficiency Portfolio in Writing for Spring 2007.
March 5 (Mon) - Mid-point in semester.
March 7 (Wed) - Grad Finale.
March 9 (Fri) - Last day to withdraw or drop without receiving a "WF" for Spring 2007 classes in Sessions A002 and N002. Last day to elect/revoke the pass/fail option for Spring 2007 classes in Sessions A002 and N002.
March 11 - 18 (Sun - Sun) - Spring Break -- no classes.
April 9 (Mon) - Advisement for Summer/Fall 2007 begins for currently enrolled students.
April 12 (Thu) - Annual Academic Convocation
April 16 - 20 (Mon - Fri) - Priority Registration for Summer/Fall 2007 for currently enrolled students.
April 20 (Fri) - Last day for Priority Registration for Spring 2007 for currently enrolled students.
April 30 (Mon) - UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE CLASSES END.
May 1 - 2 (Tue - Wed) - Reading days.
May 3 - 9 (Thu - Wed) - Final exams.
May 10 (Thu) - Commencement at 7:00 p.m. in the SAC Gym.
Maymester 2007
May 11 (Fri) - Registration - 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
May 14 (Mon) - CLASSES BEGIN.
May 14 (Mon) - Last day to drop a course or withdraw without any record for Maymester 2007 classes in Session A003. Last day to elect/revoke audit option for Maymester 2007 classes in Session A003.
May 21 (Mon) - Last day to drop a course or withdraw without receiving a "WF" for Maymester 2007 classes in Session A003. Last day to elect/revoke pass/fail option for Maymester 2007 classes in Session A003.
May 28 (Mon) - Memorial Day - Classes will be held.
May 29 (Tue) - CLASSES END.
Summer I 2007
During the Summer I 2007 semester, classes will meet Monday - Thursday.
May 31 (Thu) - Registration - 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
June 1 (Fri) - Last day to apply for August 2007 graduation. Last day to submit Rising Junior Proficiency Portfolio in Writing for Summer 2007.
June 4 (Mon) - CLASSES BEGIN.
June 5 (Tue) - Last day to drop a course or withdraw without any record for Summer I 2007 classes in Session A002. Last day to elect/revoke audit option for Summer I 2007 classes in Session A002.
June 18 (Mon) - Last day to drop a course or withdraw without receiving a "WF" for Summer I 2007 classes in Session A002. Last day to elect/revoke pass/fail option for Summer I 2007 classes in Session A002.
July 3 (Tue) - CLASSES END.
July 4 (Wed) - Independence Day Holiday - the University will be closed.
July 5 and 6 (Thu and Fri) - Final exams.
Summer II 2007
During the Summer II 2007 semester, classes will meet Monday - Thursday.
July 5 (Thu) - Registration - 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
July 9 (Mon) - CLASSES BEGIN.
July 10 (Tue) - Last day to drop a course or withdraw without any record for Summer II 2007 classes in Session A002. Last day to elect/revoke audit option for Summer II 2007 classes in Session A002.
July 23 (Mon) - Last day to drop a course or withdraw without receiving a "WF" for Summer II 2007 classes in Session A002. Last day to elect/revoke pass/fail option for Summer II 2007 classes in Session A002.
August 7 (Tue) - CLASSES END.
August 8 - 9 (Wed - Thu) - Final exams.
August 11 (Sat) - Commencement (Columbia campus).