MUSC Description

Founded over 180 years ago, the Medical University of South Carolina has an impressive history of medical education. Though it began as a small, privately owned institution, MUSC has grown into a substantial public university, comprised of many colleges:

*College of Medicine
*College of Pharmacy
*College of Nursing
*College of Graduate Studies
*College of Dental Medicine
*College of Health Professions

The College of Medicine is the oldest of these schools, offering a four-year M.D. program. The College of Graduate Studies features the most varied academics, with programs in Neuroscience, Microbiology and Immunology and Environmental Sciences, to name a few. The other colleges offer a combination of bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs.

Because of the Medical University of South Carolina’s vast academic offerings, admissions requirements vary quite a bit from program to program. Generally speaking, master’s and doctoral degrees require a bachelor’s degree to apply. For specific admissions procedures, consult the university’s bulletin.

MUSC offers several financial aid opportunities, including federal grants and loans, work-study and institutional scholarships. The state of South Carolina funds many scholarships as well, including the South Carolina LIFE Scholarship.

Quick Facts

Location

Southeast

Setting

Large Town Setting

Type

Public

Size

Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)

Website

www.musc.edu

On-Campus Housing Available

No

Enrollment

2,514

MUSC Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
319
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
2,514

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
12%
Graduate
88%

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
90%
Part-Time
10%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
8%
Asian
4%
Caucasian
76%
Latino
2%
Other
10%

International Students

International
1%
Domestic
99%