Explore Hillel at the University of South Carolina

Hillel at the University of South Carolina is your Jewish home away from home! We are a welcoming community where students can connect, celebrate, learn, lead, and grow throughout their college experience. From Shabbat dinners and holiday celebrations to leadership opportunities, social events, service projects, and educational programs, Hillel provides countless ways for students to explore their Jewish identity and build meaningful connections. We are excited to be opening our first dedicated Hillel House in Fall 2026. More than just a building, it will be a place where students can study, relax, gather with friends, celebrate Jewish life, and find support during both the highs and lows of college. The new space will also allow us to expand our programming, create more leadership opportunities, and strengthen our Jewish community on campus. Hillel at USC ensures every Jewish student has a place. Whether you're looking for lifelong friends, a Shabbat dinner, a leadership opportunity, or simply a comfortable place to be yourself, Hillel is here for you. Together with our students, alumni, parents, donors, and community partners, we are building an exciting future for Jewish life at USC.

Undergraduate Enrollment

450 Jewish Students (1.6%*)
28,113 Students
*Percent of population

Graduate Enrollment

150 Jewish Students (1.9%*)
8,109 Students
*Percent of population

Jewish Experience Through Hillel

  • Served by Hillel Yes
  • Religious Services Available Unknown
  • Hillel Rabbi/Senior Jewish Educator No
  • Hillel Mental Health/Wellness Staff No
  • Kosher Food Available Unknown
  • Birthright Israel Participation Yes
  • Alt Break Participation No
  • Israel Fellow Yes
  • No

Campus Climate for Jewish Students

Additional Campus Information

  • Jewish Studies Offered Yes
  • Jewish Studies Major or Minor Other
  • Private/Public Public
  • Acceptance Rate 61%
  • U.S. Region South
  • Commuter/Residential Residential
  • Tuition In-State $12,288
  • Tuition Out-of-State $36,976
  • °¿³Ü³Ù-´Ç´Ú-³§³Ù²¹³Ù±ð/±õ²Ô³Ù’l 45% / 2%
  • Greek Life Yes

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Contact Information

Carolina Faiths Center 728 Pickens Street
Columbia SC 29201 US

8039730023