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Academics

With a wide range of degree programs and several that are unique to SC State, you'll see why we are consistently ranked among the top national leaders in producing African-American graduates!

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Accounting

Activity Management

Addiction and Trauma Graduate Certificate

Agribusiness

Applied Exercise Science

Art Education

Biology

Biology Education

Business Economics

Certificate in Agricultural Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Certificate in Professional Writing

Computer Science & Mathematics

Drama

Early Childhood Education

Educational Specialist

Electrical Engineering Technology

Elementary Education

English Education

Family and Consumer Sciences Business/Multidisciplinary

Fashion Merchandising Major

Fire Protection Engineering

Health Education Services Option

History

History/African American Studies

History/International Studies

Industrial Engineering

Industrial Technology

Management

Marketing

Master of Arts in Speech Pathology & Audiology

Master of Arts in Teaching

Master of Business Administration

Master of Early Childhood Education

Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences

Master of Science in Transportation

Master of Secondary Education

Mathematics

Mathematics Education

Mechanical Engineering Technology

Mechatronics Engineering

MEd in Elementary Education

Middle Level Education

Music Education

Music Industry

Nuclear Engineering

Nutrition and Food Management

Physical Education Teacher Ed

Physics

Political Science

Professional Chemistry

Professional English

Psychology

Rehabilitation Counseling

Sociology

Special Education

Speech Pathology & Audiology

Sport Communication Option - Physical Education

Studio Art

Technology Education

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Get hands-on experience and learn from experienced professionals

Take on exclusive programs like the Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering

Advance your career with graduate programs like the Master of Arts in Speech Pathology & Audiology.

Be on the cutting edge of technology with a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity.

Delve into South Carolina's largest industry with a bachelor's degree in Agribusiness.

Translate your love of music into a career in the music industry or music education.

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Athletics

Cheer for the six men's and six women's sports teams who call SC State—a member of the Division I Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference—home. Go Bulldogs!

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Visit Us

Tour the beautiful SC State campus, see our facilities firsthand, and get a taste of life as a student here.

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Campus Life

College life is more than just classes: learn about the clubs, organizations, and events that will make your SC State experience unforgettable!

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Why SCSU

Whatever your goals, SC State can put you on a path toward success. We'll empower you to find a job, improve your community, and live productively in a dynamic, global society!

Attending South Carolina State University has made an impact on my life in all areas, but becoming an SC State cheerleader has definitely broadened my experience.

Alicia Dankwa Chemistry/Pre-Health Major, Class of 2026

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SC State offered me quality educational opportunities that prepared and led me to become a global leader in the field of agribusiness and educational administration.

Dr. Lamin DrammehAssociate VP for Public Service & Agriculture (Class of 2000)

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My SC State experience has changed my life for the better. I've been able to get where I've wanted to go from SC State.

Victoria JordanHBCU White House Scholar

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From the time I set foot on campus, I was accepted with open arms and have received nothing but love, the utmost respect and support."

Kashif AlstonMechanical Engineering Technology Major, Class of 2025

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The Career Center is really helpful, and they’ll help you be a professional and get your career.

Omar SaheedSC State Mechatronics Engineering Student

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I have enormous pride in this institution. When I applied for college, I didn’t apply to anywhere else. I didn’t think about anywhere else.

Donald W. Beatty SC Supreme Court Chief Justice (Class of 1974)

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The SC State Difference

Marching 101 Band

The Marching 101 Band provides the soundtrack to the HBCU experience at South Carolina State University.

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Online & Distance Education

SC State offers several undergraduate and graduate programs entirely online, as well as online courses.

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Call Me MiSTER

You can become the role models children of color desperately need in school by living and learning with your peers in SC State’s Call Me MiSTER program.

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