The Office of Parent and Family Programs is your partner for student success.
The University of South Carolina's parents and families gateway is one of many ways we share information and resources with Gamecock families. The gateway, the Gamecock Family Hub, mobile app, assistance line and social media are useful resources that help you stay engaged and focused on what matters to you most — your student’s success .
Every student deserves the opportunity to do great work in the classroom. USC designs and provides comprehensive resources to support students’ academic achievements.
Academic Advising & Coaching: Advisors help students define and achieve goals from freshman year to graduation, this includes individualized and ongoing learning support.
Changing Majors (Exploratory Advising): Advisors are available for in person or remote major change advising sessions to understand the next steps.
Student Success Center: Your student’s one-stop resource for academic support, including tutoring, peer writing, study skills and money management. Transfer and sophomore students can find tailored support here, too.
Student Disability Resources: Provides support and helps coordinate efforts to ensure registered students with disabilities receive reasonable accommodations.
Career Center: Supports students at all stages of career planning from identifying possibilities to making decisions on future direction to searching for hands-on experience.
From applying for financial aid to loading Carolina Cash on their CarolinaCard, we work to make financial transactions that support your student as easy as possible.
Food security and a safe place to live are crucial to student success. These resources can help with matters related to food and housing.
Campus Dining: Carolina Food Co. is committed to serving the campus community through delicious food and excellent service.
Gamecock CommUnity Shop: Our campus food pantry, created for students by students, is free, confidential and provides assistance and resources. Donate today!
Meal Plans: Explore available meal plan options and where to use them on and around campus.
Move In Details: One of the most memorable days of your college career is the first time you move in to your residence hall. Learn everything you need to know about packing, loading, unloading, unpacking and finally setting up your room.
On-Campus Housing: Get to know on-campus residence options and opportunities available inside our vibrant Carolina community.
Off-Campus Student Services: Find resources and support for students living off campus and get to know local neighborhoods in Columbia.
Search Off-Campus Housing Options: View local listings and tips on finding housing that matches your needs. Check our message boards for roommates wanted.
Postal Services: The one-stop shop offers package pickup for on-campus resident students, postal retail and passport services. For details on mailing letters and sending packages, please review the website.
Navigating the college experience can challenge students from time to time. Our campus
community is dedicated to a safe experience for everyone and offers these resources
to help.
Emergency: USCPD at 803-777-4215 or 911
Thrive@Carolina 24/7/365 Mental Health Support
Student Care and Outreach Team (Care Team)
Help your student make the most out of their college experience. USC offers countless opportunities to connect with fellow students and pursue activities that align with their passions and goals.
This summer, don't just relax – level up your academic profile with an Interdisciplinary Certificate or Summer Minor offered by USC's Graduation and Retention Network (GARNET).
The South Carolina Internship Program offers $3,000 awards to support students of all majors gaining work experience in high-demand industries in the Palmetto State.
Charleston native Keith Heyward Jr. was a restless third-grader when he realized his career goal was to teach. He knew that young Black boys craved a teacher they could relate to. Today, the University of South Carolina alumnus teaches kindergarten at James Island Elementary School. He makes sure the youngsters who step into his classroom feel safe and empowered.
Two College of Pharmacy students are also members of the Carolina Coquettes dance team, and they have an exciting trip coming up in November. Logan Acker and Lexi Baldinger will be part of “The Mighty Sound of the Southeast” as it takes part in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Students rarely end up later in life teaching the same undergraduate course they took in college, but that’s what Heather Dreano and Lesley Smith are doing now, thanks to an assist from their former University of South Carolina professor.