http://uscb.edu/uploads/Take_A_Deeper_Look

Take a deeper look ...

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA BEAUFORT

USCB

What will you gain from your academic experience?

Let us connect you with a faculty member in your

Academics

area of study who will answer your questions.

Take a deeper look‌

College is an investment of your talent, energy

progress and to offer advice and support. Need a lit-

heritage and coastal ecology of the Sea Islands com-

and financial resources. It’s the time to discover your

tle help with your classes? Our tutoring and academic

bine with a rapidly growing economy to create an

strengths, to develop as a person, and to lay the foun-

support services are available to you as well. Your ac-

ideal learning environment at USCB. Local organiza-

dation for your career.

ademic success is of paramount importance.

tions and businesses consistently generate under-

Our professors have excellent credentials in their

A great college education may begin with assign-

areas of scholarship. They will challenge you, but

ments and class work, but it actually encompasses

they will also devote personal time to discuss your

many learning opportunities. The rich history, cultural

graduate research projects and internships in many fields.

What adventures await you at USCB? Most people who visit the Carolina Sea Islands

Adventure College is a time to pursue your interests and try new experiences. Many college students come to Hilton Head Island for a week of spring break. USCB students enjoy the Sea Islands lifestyle all year long.

want to stay for the rest of their lives.

Take a deeper look‌

activities. Fishing, boating, kayaking, and exceptional tennis opportunities are also available year-round.

Want to immerse yourself in the Lowcountry? Taste the seafood in our

Are you a sports lover? Improve your golf game on world renowned

local restaurants, learn more about Gullah culture, or visit the many historic sites.

courses, train for cross country on sandy beaches, or support our other Sand

Are you interested in the culture of a larger city? Nearby Savannah and

Shark athletic teams. From intercollegiate and club level sports to a leisurely

charming Charleston beckon on the weekends. No matter what path you choose,

day at the beach, USCB offers access to a variety of competitive and pleasure

you’ll find your adventure here at USCB.

Why live on campus at USCB? Living in our campus apartments enriches

Campus Living

your college experience and is safe, affordable, and convenient.

Take a deeper look…

From a student’s perspective . . . Living on campus: it’s a college thing!

From a parent’s perspective . . .

Setting up your room freshman year – cooking with your roommates – new

By living on campus, your student will budget time more effectively since

neighbors turning into friends – going to the beach after class – late night study

classes, the library, and faculty offices are just a short walk away. It’s easier to

sessions – coffee breaks at the cyber café – sunbathing in the courtyard – using

participate in extracurricular activities and build friendships. Research indicates

your own laundry machines in your apartment – playing ultimate Frisbee in front

that residential students are more successful in their college careers and more

of the library – care packages from home – late night chats with roommates

likely to complete their degrees in a timely manner. Palmetto Village offers the

…that’s life in Palmetto Village, our on-campus apartments.

freedom of apartment living and the safety of university security 24/7.

Join Us Affordable University Education USCB offers the most affordable undergraduate tuition for bachelor’s degree programs in the University of South Carolina system. Georgia residents of the Savannah area – specifically Chatham, Effingham and Bryan counties – pay in-state tuition at USCB. Estimated full-time undergraduate expenses for one semester in the 2008-2009 academic year: Tuition Fees

In-State

Out-of-State

$3,332 208

$7,120 208

In 2006-2007, USCB students were awarded $6.94 million in scholarships and financial aid.

Areas of Study Leading to a Baccalaureate Degree Rolling Admissions Apply early and USCB will send you an admission decision in two to four weeks. To guarantee a place in the entering class, respond by May 1, 2009.

Quick Facts Student body size: 1500 Student/Faculty ratio: 15/1 Diversity: 22.7% minority students Nearby beaches: Hilton Head & Hunting Island Mascot: Sand Sharks Colors: Navy, Sand, Garnet Athletics: Golf, Cross Country, Baseball, Track National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, Sun Conference

Biology Business Administration • Management Education • Early Childhood Education Engineering1 English History Hospitality Management Human Services Liberal Studies • Security Studies

Nursing • RN to BSN • 4-year BSN Program Psychology Spanish • Heritage Studies Pre-professional programs • Pre-Law • Pre-Medical • Pre-Veterinary • Pre-Dental • Pre-Pharmacy

USCB is a senior campus of the University of South Carolina system.

The university is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033; phone: 404-679-4500 http://www.sacscoc.org/).

www.USCB.edu ______________________________________________ 1

In conjunction with Georgia Tech Savannah

The University of South Carolina Beaufort is an equal opportunity institution. 2008_52 SD 9/08

You’re Invited New York City 806 mi

Washington, DC

Chicago 930 mi

568 mi

Cincinnati 604 mi

Choosing a college is a complex process. Learning as much as you can about the academic programs, campus lifestyle, faculty and students is a key part of the selection process. One of the best ways to gauge how well a college “fits” is to visit the campus.

Nashville 536 mi

107 mi

Charleston

USCB Savannah 25 mi

Join us for a USCB campus tour. You’ll meet students and staff, explore the new library with its technology and cyber café, and imagine yourself living in our on-campus apartments. To arrange a tour, e-mail tour@uscb.edu or call USCB toll free at 877.885.5271 or direct at 843.208.8000.

One University Boulevard, Bluffton, SC 29909 | 801 Carteret Street, Beaufort, SC 29902 Visit online: www.USCB.edu • E-mail us: askus@uscb.edu

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA BEAUFORT

USCB

Historic Beaufort Campus

I-95

170

exit 8

USCB Hilton Head Gateway Campus

27

8

17

Savannah

USCB

Hilton Head Island