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.
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.
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.
Life in Charleston
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.
Student Life
Clubs & Organizations
Find your people and pursue your passions with our more than 240 student clubs and organizations.
Clubs & Organizations
Upcoming Events
Cougar Countdown Fun B4Finals!
Holiday Paper Crafting in the Library
Racing B4Finals
College News
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CofC Celebrates Groundbreaking New Student Success Center
Alum Lives out Cooking Show Dreams