University of South Carolina - Columbia Reviews

  • 115 Reviews
  • Columbia (SC)
  • Annual Tuition: $33,928
87% of 115 students said this degree improved their career prospects
89% of 115 students said they would recommend this school to others
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Student & Graduate Reviews

Brandi Elvington
  • Reviewed: 3/2/2015
  • Degree: Secondary Education
"The Master of Art in Teaching Secondary Education Social Studies has been great thus far. The teachers are knowledgeable and approachable. Any graduate degree, however, comes with steep costs and this one is no different. It also seems rather hard to come by financial help from the school to cover the burden."
Aubrey Sejuit
  • Reviewed: 2/15/2015
  • Degree: Counseling
"I have the most supportive faculty and cohort members. Coming to the University of South Carolina was one of the best decisions I ever made! I'm proud to be a Gamecock!"
Daryan Namba
  • Reviewed: 2/6/2015
  • Degree: Health Sciences
"University of South Carolina School of Medicine is a wonderful place to learn. I am truly excited every day to experience and learn the things I do. The faculty care about the students and the small class size make it possible to get the close attention we need to become well-prepared physicians. The ultrasound program is state-of-the-art and very forward in terms of curriculum."
Laura Enzor
  • Reviewed: 12/9/2014
  • Degree: Biology
"One of the best things about USC is the diversity of the program and the collaborative nature of the dept. It's great to have such a vast array of expertise in one place. The biology dept is really supportive if the graduate students. The main con of USC is the current dean, is horrible and refuses to do anything to support the department."
Marvin Brown
  • Reviewed: 12/9/2014
  • Degree: Biology
"It is a great program. Lots of support. Parking sucks."
MSVOLVO
  • Reviewed: 9/5/2014
  • Degree: Liberal Arts
"Attending the University of South Carolina has really prepared me for a rigorous law school program. I graduated in December 2000, and I was highly engaged as a student and very competitive during my studies. I was challenged by every professor that I encountered in course work and strived to be the best. The professors were highly qualified & experience who were very demanding with instructions, deadlines, classroom etiquette, feedback with grades, and perfection. I did my best to give them exactly what was required. Learning the rules were different for each professor but my encounter during my undergraduate years at three different schools was most invaluable as it truly prepared me for a very intense, rigorous, and tedious challenge. Independence is a must, by following the syllabus carefully, READING & PRINTING it out in it's entirety is your road map (Guide) and key to your SUCCESS. As with anything in life, Nothing is perfect, & professors are no exception. It is your responsibility as an individual to do the best that you can by always preparing yourself to go beyond what is required, by not doing the minimum just to slide being an average student. Anyone can be an average student but a great student knows he or she will have to go well beyond expectations to stand out and above your peers. Do not wait until an assignment is due at midnight to begin working on it at midnight or waiting until the night before the assignment is due to turn in a ten (10) page paper full of spelling errors, improper reference citations, and plagiarism. Trust me, most experienced professors can tell by the first sentence if it's your own words in writing. Always remember, on your first day of class online at USC when a professor ask you to submit an introduction of yourself is mainly to identify who you are but more importantly, establishing your writing style so they can recognize when you submit a paper that is not being written by YOU. Just a suggestion that have always worked to my advantage. Get to learn some of the staff working in the admissions office, financial aid office, and advisors by becoming friendlier instead of becoming an enemy & you will begin to see a difference in how your paperwork is being processed. You can always catch more BEES with honey than with Vinegar (Bad Attitude)."
Gayle Clark
  • Reviewed: 8/8/2014
  • Degree: Social Work
"Good value for money and good tutors. Held back a little by some difficult faculty members."
Suzan Soltani
  • Reviewed: 7/26/2014
  • Degree: Social Work
"Our graduate program provides a fair amount of financial aid to students. The program is very large and it is difficult to get one-on-one attention from a professor. Many students are not driven and detract from the quality of classes."
Ashley Galloway
  • Reviewed: 7/1/2014
  • Degree: Biomedical Sciences
"University of South Carolina's School of Medicine has provided for me a chance to better myself professionally and personally within in the field of medical research. The faculty make it a point to help and counsel students during their academic career, encouraging students to seek innovative methods of exploration and research within the biomedical and educational sphere. Certainly, USC has provided some of the most important learning experiences of my graduate career for they have allowed me to explore my varied interests, and at the same time have strengthened my ability to link and integrate information and ideas across academic disciplines. The financial aid provided for Masters' students was somewhat disappointing; however, their Ph.D program is much larger and provides great financial support by way of graduate assistantships and stipends."
Rachel Sparks
  • Reviewed: 6/30/2014
  • Degree: MBA
"Challenging coursework that requires a significant time committment. Courses offered with a variety of teaching styles from professors that encourage you to think analytically and build your professional network."
MICHAEL PINAPFEL
  • Reviewed: 3/31/2014
  • Degree: MBA
"I have been in the Professional MBA program for the past two years. I found the program to be exceptional, and am in the process of applying for an additional program. I would recommend the USC Professional MBA program to anyone interested in continuing their education while working a full-time job."
Autumn Maguire
  • Reviewed: 3/25/2014
  • Degree: MBA
"The University of South Carolina has a strong network with companies at both the undergraduate and graduate level. The graduate program allows the ability to create the best resume and learn how to perform well during interviews. The full time MBA program is intensive, but it can be completed in less than a year. The program has a knowledgeable staff and advisors to give the best assistance possible."
Megan Busch
  • Reviewed: 3/12/2014
  • Degree: Health Sciences
"very nice faculty and staff who are always willing to work with and for students"
Lydia Maleknia
  • Reviewed: 2/5/2014
  • Degree: Health Sciences
"My graduate program is a very innovative and refreshing take on medical education that is geared towards creating doctors for the future healthcare system in the nation. The new program offers unique opportunities for medical students that begin integration of clinical skills early in the curriculum. The only con to this program is that it is new and thus doesn't have a long history to assess the success of medical students down the road; however, I have no doubts that this program was designed to create better physicians for tomorrow."
Margo Rice
  • Reviewed: 1/5/2014
  • Degree: Social Work
"Some of the pros of this program are the small class sizes and having classes with the same cohort. Columbia is really small and easy to get around. Everything is really close together, I came from a larger city in Florida where I would spend 2 hours everyday commuting to and from work. In Columbia, I spend about 10 minutes in the car going to class or to my internship. Southern hospitality reigns true here in South Carolina. Cons of my program are that in some classes there are too many "personal stories" and not enough lecture and application. Some classes are very political and "lean" towards a certain political view. Students should not know how a professor thinks or feels towards a certain political party. Overall, I think it is a great program and a great area. Columbia is big on military, and that is the population that I want to serve, which is why I chose University of South Carolina for my graduate degree in Social Work."
NIKITA Ussin
  • Reviewed: 9/5/2013
  • Degree: Chemistry
"I have been at the University of South Carolina for 1 year. This is my first semester as an official Chemistry/Biochemistry graduate student after transferring from the Biomedical Science (umbrella) program. I am enjoying this city and the school. The work load does not allow for much socializing, but the comradery among the fellow graduate students makes it easier. The faculty look to challenge our minds but also provide guidance for our progression. It is always inspirational to hear from past graduate students who know your struggle and have moved on to do amazing work in their field. I know that perserverance will allow me to be apart of a great group of alumni."
Jasmine Dancy
  • Reviewed: 8/14/2013
  • Degree: Social Work
"The graduate school of social work at the University of South Carolina is an excellent program and is one of the top accredited among universities in the nation."
Leo Burlett
  • Reviewed: 7/3/2013
  • Degree: Business
"This program has an extensive network of alumni that are more than willing to reach out and help recent graduates. The staff works closely with the students to provide a unique experience for each individual student."
Candace White
  • Reviewed: 6/17/2013
  • Degree: Public Health
"The faculty are so knowledgeable and well-connected that conducting research is fun. You'll be pushed to publish papers and present at conferences while being supported by a great group of faculty and peers. The public health program is a member of the Association for Schools of Public Health. The surrounding area around campus can be scary late at night, which for a graduate student leaving the library at 2AM, can be an issue. Just be sure to travel in groups."
Bianca Hernandez
  • Reviewed: 6/12/2013
  • Degree: Law
"The pros of this graduate program is that the professors are excellent and very knowledgeable. They care about the students and want us to succeed. The professors are approachable and provide many opportunities for the students to learn more. The cons would be the lack of diversity in the student body. The student body is mostly from the state and the and a good portion also did their undergrad at USC. There are few from outside South Carolina and a small group that are older than 30."