Academic Departments

At South Carolina State University, we have a diverse array of academic departments that meet the demands of the 21st Centory job market while maintaining the principles and standards of higher learning. Each department offers academic degree programs taught by highly distinguished, personable professors and instructors.

College of Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences

Agriculture

Although the Department of Agriculture is one of South Carolina State University’s newest academic units, the department’s purpose speaks to the institution’s original 1896 land-grant mission – educating future agriculture professionals.
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Family & Consumer Sciences

Students majoring in Family and Consumer Sciences at the undergraduate level earn the Bachelor of Science degree in one of two professional areas: family and consumer sciences business, and nutrition and food management. At the graduate level, programs lead to the Master of Science degree.
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College of Business & Information Systems

Accounting & Economics

The Department of Accounting & Economics offers four-year programs leading to undergraduate degrees in Accounting and Economics. With a degree from SC State, you will be fully equipped to land a job in fields like finance, business, certified public accounting, marketing, manufacturing, and more!
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Business Administration & Information Systems

The Department of Business Administration at South Carolina State University offers Bachelor of Science degree programs in Marketing and Management, as well as a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with concentrations in Agribusiness, Entrepreneurship, Healthcare Management, and general MBA. Our mission is to provide you with the hard and soft skills you'll need to succeed in the world of business.
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College of Education, Humanities & Social Sciences

Education

Do you have a passion for learning that you want to share? Are you driven help shape and better the lives of students? If so, South Carolina State University's Department of Education is the place for you! Here, you’ll find a wide range of graduate and undergraduate education programs that can prepare you for a successful and rewarding career as a teacher or instructor.
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Educational Leadership

The Department of Educational Leadership is part of the College of Education, Humanities and Social Sciences. The department offers the Specialist in Education and the Doctor of Education for educators seeking to advance their learning in leadership roles.
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English & Communication

Are you looking to put your love of language and communication to work? Are you passionate about expressing yourself and talking about your life and community through writing? South Carolina State University's Department of English and Communication may be the place for you.
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Social Sciences

The Department of Social Sciences at South Carolina State University offers diverse educational and professional experiences that can launch you into a world of exciting career opportunities. We offer a variety of undergraduate programs focused on fields including history, political science, psychology, and sociology.
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Visual & Performing Arts

Are you passionate about visual art, music, or acting? Interested in pursuing a career off the beaten path? South Carolina State University's Department of Visual and Performing Arts is home to undergraduate majors in fields like art education, the music industry, drama, and more.
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College of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics & Transportation

Biological & Physical Sciences

You'll find an amazing place to explore your curiosity and build the foundation for a STEM career at South Carolina State University's Department of Biological and Physical Sciences! We offer a variety of undergraduate programs, like Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, along with several pre-professional and dual programs in the sciences.
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Computer Science & Mathematics

The Department of Computer Science and Mathematics is ready to prepare you for continued education in technology and mathematics and equip you with the tools you need to be a highly skilled and successful professional in a science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) field.
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Engineering

The mission of South Carolina State University’s Department of Engineering is to provide the right environment to educate, mentor, prepare and motivate students so that upon graduation, they can be qualified engineers who can contribute meaningfully to their profession. At the same time, our graduates are prepared to advance to graduate school.
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Engineering Technology

Our mission is to provide you with a high-quality education and learning opportunities to help you establish a successful career in the fields of electronics, control systems, robotics, power systems, and more. Discover how SC State’s Engineering Technology programs can set you up to excel in your future career or graduate program!
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College of Graduate & Professional Studies

Health Sciences

Passionate about physical health and helping others achieve their goals? Then consider studying at South Carolina State University's Department of Health Sciences!
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Human Services

Are you a people person? Interested in helping others meet their needs and exceed their goals? Then welcome to the Department of Human Services at South Carolina State University!
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Speech Pathology & Audiology

Are you interested in the science of communication and hearing? Do you want to build a career in the medical world helping people with speaking, hearing, or balance?
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Graduate Studies

SC State University offers several graduate and certificate programs that can advance both your education and your career.

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