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University of South Carolina - Diversity - College ProwlerCollege Prowler3.08

Diversity

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Quick Stats

African American 12%
Asian American 3%
Hispanic 2%
International 2%
Native American 0%
White 72%
Unknown 9%
Historically Black College/University? No
Tribal College? No
Out-of-State Students 43%
Common States of Residence
  • Georgia
  • Maryland
  • New Jersey
  • North Carolina
  • Virginia
Student Age Breakdown Under 18: 0%
18-19: 30%
20-21: 34%
22-24: 20%
25+: 15%
Female Faculty 38%
Male Faculty 62%
Faculty Diversity African American: 4%
Asian American: 3%
Hispanic: 2%
International: 16%
Native American: 0%
White: 69%
Unknown: 3%

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

While many USC students claim that the campus is very diverse, statistics indicate otherwise. The campus is 79 percent Caucasian and 15 percent African American, leaving only 6 percent for other nationalities. One reason that students may be under the impression that the campus exhibits more diversity than in reality is because of the many organizations that cater to individual ethnic groups, such as the Filipino-American Student Association, the Hindu Students Council, and the NAACP that increase students’ awareness of ethnic groups on campus. The truth of the matter is that many students do not come from an incredibly diverse background, so the presence of a small number of international students or persons of a different ethnic background makes the campus diverse to them.

While USC is certainly not among the most diverse schools in the nation, it is actually pretty consistent with the amount of diversity found at other universities across the nation. In general, many colleges across the nation cannot boast extreme diversity, but USC has a long way to go before it may be considered truly diverse.

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Diversity at University of South Carolina

usc1992

'17

Pharmacy Studies

3.5
B

Mostly Open

Even though the campus is in the south, tolerance is very prevalent.

Jan 01, 2012

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Diversity at University of South Carolina

bfree0326

'15

Registered Nursing (RN)

4.2
A-

Diversity

There is a wide aura of races and religions at USC. You can always find someone nearby that is of a different race or someone that speaks a different language.

Dec 30, 2011

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Diversity at University of South Carolina

aduyn2011

'15

Business Administration and Management

5.0
A+

Possibly the Most Diverse

The University of South Carolina is a popular choice for many people from the North and South. This school is very diverse, and plentiful in differences between students. There are openly gay and lesbian students who are proud and have their own organization, as well as different ethnic organizations. The students with lower income earning families are helped by the university, as they aid the students with extra funds and scholarships. A huge selection of religion can also be found on campus. The University of South Carolina, is quite possibly the most diverse campus in the nation. As I write this, I can think of many people, that I've met this semester of all race, religion, sexual orientation, and economic background. The best thing about this school is that it is, very accepting of all kinds of diverse students.

Dec 29, 2011

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Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

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How accepting is the campus community as a whole toward someone who falls into the minority (ethnic, sexual, or religious)?

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How would you best describe the political beliefs of campus as a whole?

Facts

Gay Pride

USC has a relatively quiet but very prideful gay community. The BGLSA (Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Alliance) has a very strong presence on campus, and events such as the Birdcage (the USC-sponsored drag show) attract mass numbers every year.

Political Activity

Although USC sits in the heart of Columbia, S.C. (a city noted for its conservative history), the campus emanates all ranges and views of political activism. It is not uncommon for student organizations to form and lead protests in front of the state house, located a few blocks away. Debates on campus spanning all topics occur with frequency.

Economic Status

Most students come from middle-class backgrounds; although on any given day one will see a student or two cruising in a luxury car their parents bought them.

Most Common Religions

Christianity is by far the most prominent religion on campus. There are a lot of religious clubs and organizations, most of which are Christian-oriented, but there are also organizations for students of other religious convictions.

Minority Clubs on Campus

There is a total of 13 minority clubs on campus, but they are generally unseen and unheard. The African American groups are the most well-recognized minority organizations on campus, and there are a few African American fraternities and sororities.

Did You Know?

In 1873 and throughout the Reconstruction Era, USC was the only state school in the south to grant degrees to African Americans.

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