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University of South Carolina-Union

Union, SC

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Quick Facts

1965
Founded
Public satellite campus
Type
267
Total Students
1,098
Undergrad
$8K
Tuition (In-State)
$18K
Tuition (Out-State)
$11K
Avg Net Price
70%
Acceptance Rate
Associate's Colleges
Classification

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About University of South Carolina-Union

USC-Union: A community-driven path to higher education since 1965.

The University of South Carolina-Union stands as a testament to local vision and the power of community advocacy. As a proud public satellite campus of the University of South Carolina system, it offers a vital gateway to higher education right in Union County. Its establishment was not merely a top-down initiative, but a direct response to the passionate efforts of local citizens eager to bring academic opportunities closer to home.

In the early 1960s, a dedicated group of Union County residents formed the Union County Commission for Higher Education. Their singular goal was to attract a college to their area, recognizing the profound impact it would have on the community's future. The University of South Carolina, with its own strategic vision for statewide expansion, saw the potential and agreed to establish an extension campus in Union.

This collaborative spirit blossomed into reality when classes officially began in 1965. The inaugural class, comprising 51 students, marked the beginning of USC-Union's enduring legacy as a local academic hub. Today, it continues to provide accessible, high-quality education, reflecting its foundation as a school born from community need and a commitment to broadening access to the renowned University of South Carolina experience.

Key Highlights

  • Established in 1965 as a cornerstone of higher education in Union County.
  • Functions as a public satellite campus, part of the distinguished University of South Carolina system.
  • Born from a grassroots initiative by the Union County Commission for Higher Education to attract a college.
  • Opened its doors with an initial enrollment of 51 students, fostering a community-focused learning environment.
  • Provides crucial local access to quality university-level education for regional students.

Timeline

1960s
Citizens of Union form the Union County Commission for Higher Education to attract a college.
1960s
The University of South Carolina seeks to expand its reach throughout the state.
1965
USC agrees to build an extension campus in Union.
1965
Classes officially begin at the University of South Carolina-Union campus.
1965
Campus opens with an initial enrollment of 51 students.
🏛️
61 Years
of Excellence

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