About USC Upstate
Turn Learning Into Career Success
At USC Upstate, your education doesn’t stop in the classroom — it propels you forward. Our online programs blend challenging coursework with hands-on experience and powerful industry connections, so you can turn knowledge into impact. Build confidence, expand your network, and rise to the next level of your career.
Why Choose USC Upstate Online?
Your education should fit your life, not the other way around. Our online programs are built to move with you, combining real-world learning, dedicated mentorship, and the personal support you need to thrive. With flexible courses, affordable tuition, and full access to student services, you’ll have everything you need to grow, achieve, and rise to greater heights.
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USC Upstate Accreditation and Recognition
USC Upstate’s online programs provide a high-quality, accredited education and are consistently recognized for their academic excellence and real-world impact.
- USC Upstate is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
- Business programs are accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
- The Health Information Management program is accredited by Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM)
- Recognized by U.S. News & World Report (2026)1:
- No. 1 in Best Colleges for Veterans – Regional Colleges (South)
- No. 2 in Top Public Schools – Regional Colleges (South)
- No. 7 in Social Mobility – Regional Colleges (South)
- No. 7 in Regional Colleges (South)
USC Upstate Fast Facts
- Established in 1967
- 33,000+ alumni
- Local to 200 global companies
- One of four universities in the University of South Carolina System
- All student services are available to online students
- 97 percent of students start a career or graduate school within six months of graduation
Our Vision and Values
At USC Upstate, we believe education should open doors for everyone, everywhere. Guided by our vision of education for all that inspires a thriving and just society, our online programs make it possible to keep moving forward without putting life on pause. You’ll learn from expert faculty, gain real-world experience and connect with a supportive community dedicated to your success.
Here, you’ll find more than a degree — you’ll find purpose and momentum. Our diverse community of learners and mentors helps you turn knowledge into action through hands-on learning and meaningful engagement. With the skills, confidence and connections you build, you’ll be ready to lead, uplift others and rise to new heights.
Our Mission
The University of South Carolina Upstate is a leading regional public university that transforms the lives of our diverse students, their families, and communities – advancing social and economic mobility throughout the Upstate region. We offer innovative courses and programs in a variety of accessible educational formats and locations to meet undergraduate and graduate student needs. We are a community of exceptional, diverse faculty, staff and students who engage in high-impact experiential learning, cutting-edge research and deeply connected community engagement. A University of South Carolina Upstate education empowers students to become lifelong leaders in their professions and communities.
Source
- U.S. News & World Report. “University of South Carolina – Upstate Rankings.” Retrieved Sept. 26, 2025, from https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/university-of-south-carolina-upstate-6951.