South University, Columbia

Serving “Cola Town” since 2002, we are unified in our commitment to our students’ success. From your first interaction with our faculty and staff, through graduation and working with career services, we’re dedicated to helping you succeed and creating a solid foundation for your personal and professional fulfillment.

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Come enjoy our campus in located in Northeast Columbia, where it’s sunny approximately 265 days a year. Our Columbia campus offers plenty of parking, outdoor seating and grassy areas for enjoyment and studying. With easy access to the I-77, I-26, and I-20, the decision to schedule a visit to learn more about our program offerings has never been easier.

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Business Administration - BBA

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Business Administration - BBA

Business Administration - MBA

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Business Administration - MBA

Information Technology - BS

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Information Technology - BS

Leadership - MS

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Leadership - MS

Clinical Mental Health Counseling - MA

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Clinical Mental Health Counseling - MA

Psychology - BA

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Psychology - BA

Criminal Justice - BS

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Criminal Justice - BS

Criminal Justice - MS

Criminal Justice - MS

Healthcare Administration - MBA

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Healthcare Administration - MBA

Healthcare Management - BS

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Healthcare Management - BS

Health Sciences - BS

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Health Sciences - BS

Medical Assisting - AS

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Medical Assisting - AS

Physical Therapist Assistant - AS

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Physical Therapist Assistant - AS

Nursing - BSN

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Nursing - BSN

Public Administration - MPA

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Public Administration - MPA

Public Health - BS

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Public Health - BS

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Transferring credit or returning to finish an academic program is both exciting and daunting. South University wants to see you succeed, so we’re here to help you take the first step to pursuing your professional goals.

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Latest News and Blogs

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May 12, 2025

Self-Care for Nurses: Maintaining Nurse Wellness

This blog details how nurses can best take care of themselves in stressful situations along with methods to help ease stress.

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May 09, 2025

The Nurse Uniform Evolution: From Petticoats to Scrubs

Discover how the uniform of the nurse evolved through the years and became what we know today.

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May 08, 2025

Types of Nursing Degrees

There are many different nursing professions available . This blog displays the different degree programs South University offers for nursing students.

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May 07, 2025

Starting a Nursing Career in 2025: What to Expect

What can you expect from a nursing career? Here's a guide to what to expect from joining the nursing field.

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May 06, 2025

Nursing Career Trends and Outlook: 2025 and Beyond

Discover what to expect in a career in nursing as part of South University's celebration of Nurses Week 2025.

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May 06, 2025

Affordable Self-Care for Academic Resilience

The next entry in South's QEP blog series covers how to care for yourself and ways you can support your mental health.

Success stories

Outstanding Education for Remarkable Careers

We're committed to helping our graduates make an impact in their professional and personal lives. We applaud our alumni and the difference they make. Check out what some of our Columbia graduates have to say.

Elisabeth Jackman-Knights
Class of '15
Bachelor of Business Administration-South University, Online Programs
“They (SU Instructors) would keep me on track with what classes I had upcoming and help prepare me for what to expect in the class. They would try to understand my life outside of school and make suggestions of how best to navigate the program to ensure that I was at all times poised mentally to endure the class at hand.”

Shirrelle Everett
Class of '15
Bachelor of Science in Nursing-South University, Richmond
“It took me almost ten years to realize that without an education I would be stuck working for minimum wage at dead-end jobs, I was a single mother of two children living on welfare. South University allowed me to gain the knowledge and skills needed to advance my career at my own pace. My education has enabled me to take care of my family.”

Mary Blevins
Class of '14
Master of Arts in Professional Counseling-South University, Columbia
“My education has made a huge difference in my life! Without my degree from South University, I would still be working a dead-end job. The professors had worked extensively in the field and incorporated real-life experiences into the textbook material. For the first time in my life, I can genuinely say I am happy with my career and where I am in life.”

Laceye Parker
Class of '13
Doctor of Pharmacy-South University, Columbia
“I had always been interested in healthcare, and as a child thought about becoming a physician. But when both my grandfathers became seriously ill, I came to a new appreciation of the vital role that pharmacists play in achieving positive outcomes for patients. As soon as I completed my master's degree, I decided to enter South University's Doctor of Pharmacy program. I've learned through my work at SCDHEC, and in my MBA program and Pharmacy School at South University, is laying a firm foundation for my career as a pharmacist.”

Samira Monet' Hayes
Class of '13
Bachelor of Science in Nursing-South University, Columbia
“If it was not for South University professors and clinical instructors, I would not have the foundation and knowledge-base to be a successful, critical thinking nurse. Education is the key, simple and true. If I had not earned my degree I would not be in the position I am in today, nor would the opportunities that present themselves to me be available.”

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South University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, bachelor, master, and doctorate degrees. South University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of South University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

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