University of South Carolina
The University of South Carolina is a public university in Columbia, South Carolina. International freshmen are admitted mainly on academic performance and the test-optional policy applies to them for 2027 entry. Students can also start through the International Accelerator Program (a one-year transition into a USC degree) or English Programs for Internationals if they need more English first.
- Fees₹36.2 lakh a year
- To get inClass 12 marks needed
- StartsSummer
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CostFees, in your currency and in rupees
| Level | Tuition | In rupees | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| UG | USD 38,098 / year | about ₹36.2 lakh | nonresident undergraduate tuition, 2026-27 estimate; technology fee $400, average programme fee $1,580, housing $11,432, food $5,902; direct total $57,412 (excludes books, travel, insurance) |
| UG pathway | USD 37,292 / year | about ₹35.4 lakh | International Accelerator undergraduate tuition, two semesters; typical total $54,838 incl. housing, fees, dining, insurance. Cost table labelled Fall 2024-Spring 2025. |
Rupee figures at ₹94.96 per USD (2026-10-30). Living costs: see Study in United States.
Can I get in?Entry requirements for Indian students
- After Class 12 (UG)
- Admission based primarily on academic performance; official transcripts from all secondary schools. No minimum GPA or India-specific percentage published. Test-optional for 2027 international freshmen; conditional admission via English Programs for Internationals if English is below minimum.
- IELTS
- 6.5
- TOEFL
- 77 iBT
- PTE
- 53
- DUOLINGO
- 115
- WAIVER
- SAT EBRW 560 or ACT English 22; students from countries where English is the primary language of instruction (list includes UK, Australia, Ireland, NZ, Canada except Quebec)
- Tests
- SAT/ACT optional for 2027 entry.
CoursesPopular programmes with Indian students
- International Accelerator Program, Undergraduate (one-year transition into a USC four-year degree)UG pathway · two semesters · Intake: Summer, Fall
- International Accelerator Program, GraduatePG pathway · two semesters · Intake: Fall
- International Accelerator Program, Academic EnglishEnglish · 1 semester (or 8-week Session II) · Intake: Summer, Fall, Fall Session II
ApplyHow and when to apply
Route: Direct application (or International Accelerator Program via Shorelight)
Application fee: $100 nonrefundable
- 15 November 2026 Fall 2027 (freshman) · Honors College; credentials due 1 December
- 1 December 2026 Fall 2027 (freshman) · Regular Decision; credentials due 15 January
- 15 October 2026 Fall 2027 (freshman) · Early Action (passed)
After you graduateWork after study
US F-1 Optional Practical Training: up to 12 months, plus a 24-month STEM OPT extension for eligible STEM degrees with an E-Verify employer (studyinthestates.dhs.gov).
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