

University of South Carolina-Columbia
About
The University of South Carolina enjoys a rich history of more than 200 years of academic leadership. The USC College of Education is a state and national leader in providing comprehensive, world-class preparation for teachers, counselors, education administrators, researchers and policymakers.

As a first-generation student, I relied on my teachers and community to help me navigate applying to college. The Apple Core Initiative in the College of Education provided a home for me at USC where I was supported. My interactions with faculty and staff fostered my passion for education.
Elizabeth Jordan

Programs
Bachelor’s & certification
Undergraduate Teacher Certification Program
From 48 to 72 months
Program Duration
In-person, Online, Hybrid
Program Format
Pre-Test Required
Yes
Relevant Links
Program Info
Upcoming Deadlines
Deadlines
Program Start
May 01, 2025
SummerJul. 01, 2025
FallOct. 15, 2025
SummerOct. 15, 2025
FallNov. 01, 2025
SpringNov. 01, 2025
SpringDec. 01, 2025
SummerDec. 01, 2025
Fall
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Application Fee & Annual Tuition
Learn how to get$100 Back
and apply for a$1000 Scholarship
$12,688
In State Tuition
$33,928
Out of State Tuition
$65
Application Fee
Ways to Lower Your Costs
Students at University of South Carolina-Columbia have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with University of South Carolina-Columbia to see if you can, too!
$3000
Grants, Stipends, Scholarships
The Apple Core Initiative is an opportunity for underrepresented minority students from South Carolina, offering a $2,500 annual scholarship plus a $500 travel reimbursement.
Work Study, Working While Still Enrolled
Work study options are available.
$6,000
South Carolina Teaching Fellows
Our program serves students seeking education degrees and certification in almost every content area and level. The Teaching Fellows program provides up to 200 outstanding South Carolina high school seniors with a $6,000 scholarship/loan each year for up to four years. Each fellow will then repay the scholarship/loan by performing one year of service in a South Carolina public school following graduation for each year the scholarship was received. Learn More.
For more information visit:Financial Aid Office
Certifications
Dance Pre-K-12
Early Childhood Education Pre-K-3
Elementary Education 2-6
Foreign Languages / French Pre-K-12
Foreign Languages / German Pre-K-12
Foreign Languages / Latin Pre-K-12
Foreign Languages / Spanish Pre-K-12
Gifted
Literacy
Middle Language Arts 5-8
Middle Math 5-8
Middle Science 5-8
Middle Social Studies 5-8
Multi-categorical Pre-K-12
Music / Choral Pre-K-12
Music / Vocal Pre-K-12
Online Teaching
Physical Education Pre-K-12
TESOL
Program Hallmarks
Stats
Male
Female
19%
81%
American Indian or Alaskan Native
Asian
Black
Hispanic/Latino
Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander
White
Two or more races
0%
1%
9%
1%
0%
79%
9%