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South Carolina Independent Colleges & Universities

The Organization

Chartered by the State of South Carolina as a non-profit, tax-exempt corporation in 1953, the South Carolina Independent College and Universities, Inc. (SCICU) is a charitable organization that is directed by a Board of Trustees composed of leading citizens representing a cross-section of the higher education, business, and civic leadership in South Carolina.

Members

SCICU represents twenty independent colleges and universities each with a unique historical, cultural, and in many instances, faith background. Included in the membership are five historically black colleges and universities and two women’s colleges.

To be eligible for membership in SCICU, an institution must meet the following criteria: (1) be a two or four-year college or university with its primary emphasis upon the liberal arts; (2) receive qualified accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools; (3) be a non-profit institution; and (4) be headquartered in South Carolina.

Mission

SCICU supports and promotes the values of independent higher education in South Carolina. SCICU seeks to advance higher education through fundraising, scholarships, and research, as well as by facilitating collaborative activities among the member institutions. SCICU also enhances a positive public image and encourages government policies that support independent higher education.

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Providing a Public Benefit

SCICU’s twenty private, non-profit institutions of higher learning enroll over 34,000 students each year and offer a wide variety of traditional degree programs as well as accelerated and evening programs for adults. These colleges and universities play a significant role in helping the state achieve its economic and postsecondary education goals in three key areas: (1) Increasing choices and opportunities for postsecondary education, (2) Strengthening our state’s economy and future tax base by preparing students to compete in today’s knowledge economy on a local and global level, and (3) Creating the next generation of value-oriented leaders firmly grounded in the precept of service above self.

Professional Affiliations

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SCICU is one of 32 State Fund Members of the Council of Independent Colleges, the major national service organization for non-profit, independent, liberal arts colleges and universities and their statewide fundraising consortia.

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SCICU is a member of the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities, the unified national voice of independent higher education. Since 1976, NAICU has represented private, nonprofit colleges and universities on policy issues with the federal government, such as those affecting student aid, taxation, and regulation.

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  • Home
  • About
    ▼
    • Who We Are
    • Programs
    • Quick Facts
    • Meet Our Team
    • Board of Trustees
    • 2020 Excellence in Teaching Awards
    • Business Partners
    • Newsroom
  • Colleges
    ▼
    • Allen University
    • Anderson University
    • Benedict College
    • Charleston Southern University
    • Claflin University
    • Coker University
    • Columbia College
    • Columbia International University
    • Converse College
    • Erskine College
    • Furman University
    • Limestone University
    • Morris College
    • Newberry College
    • North Greenville University
    • Presbyterian College
    • Southern Wesleyan University
    • Spartanburg Methodist College
    • Voorhees College
    • Wofford College
  • Students
    ▼
    • Why Choose a SC Private College?
    • How to Pay for College
    • 2019-2020 Digital College Guide
    • Resources and Links
  • Advocacy
    ▼
    • Legislative Alerts
    • Bills of Interest
  • Events
  • Publications
    ▼
    • College Guide
    • SCICU News & Notes
    • Legislative Priorities and Strategic Plans
    • Annual Report
    • Financial Statement August 31st
    • IRS Form 990
  • Contact
  • Make A Gift