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South Carolina State University Admissions

Dare to dream and discover your full potential at South Carolina State University, a leading historically black college and university (HBCU). With undergraduate and graduate degrees, as well as online and distance learning options, SC State has been inspiring students from the Palmetto State—and beyond—and helping them achieve their academic and professional goals since 1896.

South Carolina State University Admissions team members are ready to help you go from application to acceptance. Get started by learning more about admissions requirements and our application processes.
We’re ready to help inspire greatness in you!

Undergraduate Admission

From leaders in business and education to engineering and medicine, SC State’s more than 40 undergraduate degrees prepare students for success in countless fields. Learn more about the steps you will need to take to gain admission to SC State.

Graduate Admission

Continue your education and advance professionally with one of SC State’s nine graduate degrees. Take the first step by learning more about admissions requirements. The South Carolina State University admissions team is ready to help make the process easy and efficient.

Online and Distance Education

Gain a high-quality education—wherever you are. SC State offers online undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates built to help you move forward in a way that works for you.

Take a Virtual Tour of SC State

Amazing weather. A close-knit campus community. At SC State, our 160-acre campus in Orangeburg, South Carolina, has everything you need as you dare to dream. Learn more about life as a Bulldog!

Take a Virtual Tour of SC State

South Carolina State University Admissions Application Deadlines

Prospective Undergraduate Students

Domestic First-Year Freshman & Transfer Students

Fall August 1
Spring December 15
Summer May 1

U.S. Prospective Graduate Students

Incoming International Students

Fall June 15
Spring November 1
Summer April 1

International Graduate Students

Domestic Readmit Students

Fall June 15
Spring November 15
Summer April 15

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Whether you want to learn more about one of our degree programs or life here on campus, the South Carolina State University admissions team is ready to answer your questions.

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Dare to dream and take the next step toward making your future a reality. The South Carolina State University admissions team is here to help you go from application to acceptance.