Congratulations on your admission to the University of South Carolina Graduate School! We are excited to welcome you into a vibrant community of over 6,000 scholars from across the country and the world who choose to call Carolina their academic home. Our graduate programs are consistently ranked among the best in the nation, and we are confident that you will thrive here.
Admitted Graduate Students Week - Session Recordings
The Graduate School hosted a week of exciting and informative virtual sessions in March 2025. The sessions were designed to help incoming students navigate the next steps, discover available resources, and explore what life as a USC graduate student is all about. Click on the titles below to access session descriptions and view the recordings.
Countdown to Columbia recording
Host: USC Graduate School & Current Graduate Students
Welcome to USC! We are rolling out the garnet carpet for our newly admitted students. Join us for an informative session as we guide you through the next steps to join the Carolina community.
Managing Your Time in Graduate School recording
Host: Student Success Center Graduate Student Support
Josh Dunn, Assistant Director, Graduate Student Success
Ever feel like there is more to do than there are hours in the day? This workshop will overview habits and strategies for managing your time in graduate school and beyond. Participants will learn techniques for prioritizing tasks, creating effective routines, avoiding procrastination, cultivating work/life balance, and other important aspects of effective time management.
USC Career Center Unlocked recording
Host: USC Career Center
Nigel Smith, Manager, Graduate Student Advising
This workshop provides practical strategies to articulate skills, explore career options, and make informed choices. Learn how to use key career resources, including Big Interview, Handshake, and CareerShift, to support your job search and professional growth. Take the next step in your career with tools and guidance from your career center tools.
Q&A with International Scholar & Student Support recording
Host: International Scholar & Student Support
Join us for a Q&A session hosted by the ISSS! We are here to answer your questions about the services and support we offer. Don't miss out on this chance to get the information you need in a relaxed and welcoming environment! We are excited to answer questions about expenses and cost of living. Any questions related to funding should be directed to your intended program. Additionally, review the Tuition and Funding resource for helpful information.
The USC Graduate Student Experience recording
Host: USC Graduate School & Current Graduate Students
Welcome to the next exciting chapter of your academic journey! Whether you're coming straight from your undergraduate studies or have taken time away from academia, this session will provide valuable insights, tips, and resources to help you navigate the challenges and opportunities that come with graduate school at USC.
Planning for Success recording
Host: USC Graduate School
Matt Klopfenstein, PhD, Director of Professional Development
Academic and professional success at USC involves more than your courses and research. This session will provide an overview of the many graduate student resources at USC to help you develop key professional development competencies beyond the program-specific training you will receive as a student.
Thriving as an Online Student recording
Host: USC Graduate School & Current Graduate Students
Navigating the challenges of graduate school can be difficult, especially in an online environment. Current graduate students will discuss effective strategies for thriving as an online graduate student. From managing your time and staying motivated to building a supportive network and finding work-life balance, this session will provide valuable insights and practical tips to help you succeed academically and personally.