Graduate Programs at the College of Charleston

Welcome to the Graduate School at the College of Charleston—where tradition meets innovation, and your aspirations take center stage.

The Graduate School at the College of Charleston offers a focused, personal graduate experience in a mid-sized, coastal university setting. Our programs are designed to prepare you for the next step in your career or academic path, offering options that cater to both working professionals and full-time students.

Across our doctoral and master's degrees and graduate certificates, you will work closely with faculty in small classes and applied settings, from research labs to community partnerships. The goal is straightforward: give you the skills, experience, and professional network you need to move into your next role with confidence.

The Graduate School

Dean of the Graduate School and Associate Provost for Research

The College of Charleston invites nominations and applications for the Dean of the Graduate School and Associate Provost for Research.

Find Your Program

Explore College of Charleston’s graduate programs—designed to advance your career with expert mentorship, hands-on learning, and industry connections.

Prospective Students

Apply to the Graduate School.

Graduate School Funding Opportunities

Funding options provided by the Graduate School include assistantships, scholarships and grants aimed at helping students pursue their studies.

Admitted Students

If you're planning to attend the College of Charleston as a graduate student, follow these next steps.

Student Life & Resources

Explore the research opportunities and thesis resources for graduate students, in addition to graduate student advising and career support.

Graduate School Office

Learn more about the Graduate School's administrators.

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Additional Resources

Funding Opportunities

Academic Resources & Services

Student Support & Services

Student Spotlight: Arii Parker

Arii is seamlessly combining her passions for arts management and public service through the Public Service Assistantship Program. Through real-world projects, working directly with clients on capacity-building initiatives, Arii has gained invaluable insights into the nonprofit and public sectors.

Explore our Stories

Our students and faculty bring our programs to life. Discover their experiences, research, and successes, and see what makes the College of Charleston Graduate School the right fit for you.

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