Extraordinary Happens Here


For more than 250 years, we've charted a different path. One led by optimism, innovation and a curiosity that can change the world. Nestled in one of the most beautiful historic cities in the country, the College offers world-class academics with a tight-knit community and wide-open opportunity.
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Carve Out Something Different Here


No matter your area of interest, we have the program for you. We offer approximately 150 undergraduate majors and minors, 22 master's degree programs and nine graduate-level certificate programs and robust interdisciplinary programs.

Live Life In A Postcard


Feel like a local no matter where you're from. Charleston is the perfect-sized city–big enough to support a vibrant and diverse cultural life yet small enough to feel right at home from your very first day.
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Life in Charleston

The College is in the middle of one of the most lovingly preserved historic districts in America, yet the city is forward-focused with a diverse population and innovative companies like Google, Boeing and Blackbaud.
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Student Life

Make your college experience everything you imagined. There's never a dull moment on our campus, plus downtown Charleston is just minutes from some of the best beaches in the Southeast and boasts year-round temperate weather.
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Clubs & Organizations

Find your people and pursue your passions with our more than 240 student clubs and organizations.
Clubs & Organizations

Upcoming Events


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Leadership Lessons in a Global Economy with Chris Nassetta, President & CEO, Hilton Worldwide

Starting at 2:00 pm

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Black and Brown Interpreters Meetup - Audubon Center

Starting at 11:00 am

Audubon Center and Sanctuary at Francis Beidler Forest

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Faculty Book Celebration with Shannon Eaves

Starting at 5:00 pm

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College News


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‘Get Over It’ With the College: Join CofC Community for the Cooper River Bridge Run

Mar 27, 2024

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New Podcast Explores What Happens When We Disagree

Mar 26, 2024

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CofC Professor Writes About a New Way to Experience the Eclipse

Mar 26, 2024

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