Welcome

CarolinaLIFE™ Program welcomes you to the University of South Carolina! This is a new, innovative two-to-four-year post-secondary program for students with intellectual or cognitive disabilities. We offer students with intellectual or cognitive disabilities the opportunity to experience college life through inclusive participation in academic, social, vocational and independent living activities. Our program is based on the needs, interests, and preferences of our students.

Mission

The mission of CarolinaLIFE™ Program is to facilitate high achievement of diverse learners in the areas of personal independence, self-sufficiency, and empowerment through inclusive teaching, research, creative activity, and services.

Financial Aid

CarolinaLIFE™ at the University of South Carolina is one the nation's first Comprehensive Transition and Postsecondary Programs. Our students are NOW ELIGIBLE to participate in the Federal Pell Grant, Federal Work-Study (FWS), and Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG) programs.

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Support CarolinaLIFE™ Program

The CarolinaLIFE™ program is supported entirely through our students' tuition. We have a strong commitment to making this program accessible to all students. Please access the Frank and Frankie McGuire fund for more information. Frank and Frankie McGuire fund

Order a T-shirt

Support our program by purchasing a T-shirt designed by Emily Calvert, a sophomore in CarolinaLIFE™. For more information about purchasing T-shirts contact Tony Plotner at (803) 777-7664.