Experience Columbia
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South Carolina graduate students tend to be mature and sometimes juggle more than just academic responsibilities. Here you can find services and resources to help you maintain the balance you need for you and your family.
Whether you are looking for child care, accommodations for a special need or assistance with a military benefit, you can find the support you need to reach personal and professional goals.
A limited enrollment, NAEYC-accredited child development facility on the USC campus, Bright Horizons offers early for children from infants to pre-K.
Searching for child care can be stressful for students with families, but an online visit to SC Child Care can be a great place to start to explore your options.
To ensure equal access, the center works with students on issues ranging from temporary injuries to alternative testing and housing accommodations.
Graduate students who have served bring unique experiences to the academic setting and the Veterans and Military Services team can help with the transition.
If medical issues begin to affect your graduate teaching obligations, Human Resources can help explain your options including Family Medical Leave.
When you are unsure of where to go for help with a difficult personal or academic experience, Student Advocacy can help you make informed decisions.