Strategic Plan

Message from the Chancellor

As the state of South Carolina undergoes rapid change—with significant business investment, employment growth, and demographic shifts making a profound impact on the workforce and the economy—we don’t sit atop an ivory tower, content to focus only on the pleasures of scholarship...”

USC Upstate Chancellor Bennie L. Harris, Ph.D.
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5 Spartan Priorities

  • Spartan Distinct
  • Spartan Recruit
  • Spartan Partner
  • Spartan Success
  • Spartan Future

To further the University’s strategic priorities and address the needs of — and challenges faced by — our students and workforce.


The Challenges
we’re ready to take on.

Learn more about what we are looking to change.

A Growing
Economy

Shortage of Highly
Skilled Workers

Increased
Competition

More Career
Path Options

From USC Upstate to
Medical School

Jeshurun Ohanuka, a junior at USC Upstate, never imagined medical school would be in his future when he first arrived on campus …

USC Upstate introduces new Master of Science in Criminal Justice

USC Upstate is proud of its new Master of Science in Criminal Justice program, one designed to meet the needs of both seasoned professionals and newcomers to the field …

From USC Upstate to BMW:
An international student’s journey

As an international student at USC Upstate, Anna Dechantsreiter found the university to be a perfect fit that not only led to completing her …