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USC Upstate Direct Connect

Start at SCC and Finish at USC Upstate

This is an exclusive opportunity for two-year colleges partnering with the University of South Carolina Upstate. Any student who graduates with an associate in arts, associate in science or selected associate in applied science degree from SCC is guaranteed admission to the University of South Carolina Upstate.

See more details on USC Upstate's website.

Eligible Upstate Direct Connect programs at SCC:

  • Associate of science
  • Associate in applied science - electronic engineering technology
  • Associate in applied science nursing
  • Associate of arts

Students planning to transfer into the following will be guided into specific elective tracks:

 

Business
Biology/chemistry
Computer science/information systems
Criminal justice
Digital design (art studio - emphasis in graphic design)
Education
Engineering technology management
English
Fine arts/communication studies
Associate of arts and associate of science students are able to transfer to select USC Upstate programs.

History
Information management & systems
Interdisciplinary studies
Mathematics
Political science
Psychology/sociology
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Spanish

How do I get started?

You can opt to join Upstate Direct Connect at any time during your two-year college career by contacting either the SCC Admissions Center (Dan L. Terhune Building, office 118; email admissions@sccsc.edu) or SCC Academic Advising Center (P. Dan Hull Building, office E-1; email advisingcenter@sccsc.edu) to request the Upstate Direct Connect application/agreement. If you are a new two-year college student:

  • Submit an application for admission to SCC and request the Upstate Direct Connect Application/Agreement.
  • Complete SCC admissions requirements for acceptance into one of the eligible Upstate Direct Connect programs
  • Complete the Upstate Direct Connect application/agreement and submit the form to Yolanda Simuel in the SCC Admissions Center located in Dan L. Terhune Building on SCC's Giles campus.
  • Meet with your SCC academic advisor to register for classes.
  • Meet with your SCC academic advisor at regular intervals to maintain an appropriate academic plan. When you have completed:
    - 45 hours: meet with your SCC and USC Upstate faculty advisors and confirm status with USC Upstate.
  • Submit an electronic application for admission during the term in which you will complete 45 hours at SCC.
  • Apply for graduation from SCC by the published deadline in the term you will complete your requirements.
  • Verify your acceptance to USC Upstate.

There are many reasons to join as soon as you decide a bachelor's degree is your goal. As a member of Upstate Direct Connect, you'll have:

Guaranteed entrance to USC Upstate students graduating with AA, AS or select AAS degree. Minimum 2.0 GPA required. Accelerated admissions to USC Upstate provides smooth transition through the USC Upstate process including orientation, transcripts, advising, and financial aid.

Enhanced academic advising

Students receive comprehensive on-site advising from both SCC and USC Upstate advisors.

Priority registration at USC Upstate

Register for classes before many other new students.

Additional information

Students who wish to pursue a career in nursing can complete their associate degree in nursing (RN) at SCC and then transfer to USC Upstate to complete their bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN).

Which Student are You?

  • If you have graduated from high school, or completed your GED, and have never attended college before, start here.

    Non-high school graduates, start here. If you are at least 18 years of age but have not earned a high school diploma or a GED, you may apply for admission to selected industrial technology certificate programs.

  • If you have graduated from high school, or completed your GED, and have never attended college before, start here.

    If you are still in high school and want to take SCC classes as a dually enrolled student, learn more about Early College

    Non-high school graduates, start here.  If you are at least 18 years of age but have not earned a high school diploma or a GED, you may apply for admission to selected industrial technology certificate programs.

  • If you've been out of school for a while but would like to earn a degree, start a new career, or gain professional development skills, start here.

  • If you're attending another college but would like to transfer to SCC, start here.

    If you'd like to take classes at SCC while enrolled at another college, start here.

  • If you'd like to attend SCC, but you are not a U.S. citizen, start here.

  • If you have taken classes at SCC before but haven't been enrolled for three consecutive semesters, start here.

  • If you are currently serving, or have served, in the U.S. military, start here.

  • If you're a parent of a new college student, these resources are for you.

  • Resources for high school counselors, career specialists or facilitators.

Admissions

Address: SCC Giles Campus, Student Services Building

Phone: (864) 592-4800

Toll Free: (866) 591-3700

Fax: (864) 900-9789

E-mail: admissions@sccsc.edu

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Friday | 8:00am-1:30pm

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