The University of South Carolina Upstate (USC Upstate) is a small public university in Spartanburg, South Carolina, known for strong programs in business, nursing, psychology, criminal justice, education, and the liberal arts plus a suburban campus feel and access to the Upstate region. Students often rave about the low‑cost tuition, small‑class sizes, supportive faculty, many clubs and events, and a close‑knit community that feels like a tight‑knit college rather than a big‑state‑school.
Common Majors
business administration, nursing, psychology, criminal justice and public safety
“I love USC Upstate’s small‑school feel, how professors actually know your name, and how easy it is to get involved in campus events and nearby Spartanburg‑area opportunities, but from a past‑student view I’ll say the slower‑growing campus vibe, some dated facilities, and the commuter‑heavy flow were all things that felt more noticeable once I was living the day‑to‑day instead of touring it.”
Team & Tuition
Tuition (no scholarship)
$11,944 / $23,612
Conference
Big South Conference
Scholarships Available
Yes. Both athletic and academic.
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