What is the main university in Columbia, South Carolina?

The main university in Columbia, South Carolina is the University of South Carolina (USC). Founded in 1801, USC is the flagship institution of the University of South Carolina system and has a total undergraduate enrollment of over 26,000 students.

The university is located in the heart of downtown Columbia and offers over 350 degree programs through its 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. USC is particularly well-known for its programs in business, law, medicine, and engineering, and has a strong tradition in research and innovation.

In addition to its academic programs, USC is also home to a variety of student organizations and athletic teams, known as the Gamecocks. The university's football team, in particular, has a large and dedicated following among students and alumni alike.

The main university in Columbia, South Carolina is the University of South Carolina. It is a public research university that was founded in 1801. The university has a total enrollment of approximately 52,000 students, with over 35,000 on the Columbia research campus as of fall 2019, making it the largest university in South Carolina. USC also has several thousand future students in feeder programs at surrounding technical colleges. Professional schools on the Columbia campus include business, engineering, law, medicine, pharmacy, and social work.

The University of South Carolina is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities with Highest Research Activity". It houses the largest collection of Robert Burns and Scottish literature materials outside Scotland and the world's largest Ernest Hemingway collection.

The university offers more than 350 programs of study, leading to bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees from 14 degree-granting colleges and schools.