School of Humanities and Social Sciences

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We prepare students for career and life! Find success through meaningful careers and active engagement as life-long learners and informed world citizens.

Join us in innovative teaching, robust mentorship, engaged learning opportunities and collaborative research. Here, you'll find an interdisciplinary community that celebrates the diversity of its members. You'll embrace your curiosity and discover unique perspectives.

The Humanities & Social Sciences

All About HSS

Welcome to HSS, the largest of the academic schools at the College of Charleston.
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Academics

The School of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) prepares students to become independent, engaged, lifelong learners.
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Scholarships & Funding

We love to support and provide opportunities for HSS students!
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Student Opportunities

HSS offers students guidance, mentoring, funding, career development and dynamic experiential learning activities.
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Donate to the Dean's Excellence Fund

Your gift to HSS supports students' ability to study abroad, internship opportunities and challenges as they arise. Donate now!
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Get Involved!

Meet Marley. She's a communication major involved in activities inside and outside the classroom. You can also learn about what it's like to be a Martin Scholar.

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