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Summer enrollment for graduate assistants

The ACAF 4.00 policy statement in the University Policies and Procedures stipulates that graduate assistants must enroll for at least one hour during the summer term(s) in which they are appointed. If graduate assistants are not enrolled for a summer term in which they are hired, then they are classed as part-time hourly employees and FICA is deducted at a rate of 7.65%. The linked document provides a fuller comparison of the advantages and disadvantages of enrollment/non-enrollment during the summer term.
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Fellowships and Awards

This page describes Fellowship and Awards opportunities for Graduate Students. More

Graduate Instructional Assistant (GIA)/ Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA)

Before you start teaching at the USC Graduate School you must attend training. More information about this training can be found at the TA Training Page. More

Information for International Students

Follow this link to the homepage of International Student Services.

Follow this link to Current Students section of the International Student Services website.

New Policy on Optional Practical Training for graduates of STEM disciplines.

Graduate Student Day

Graduate Student Day, sponsored by The Graduate School, provides graduate students an opportunity to present their scholarly and creative work. More

Graduate Student Association

The Graduate Student Association is a registered student organization dedicated to the advancement and development of Graduate Students at the University of South Carolina. More

Dissertation Defense Listings

The dissertation defense is the culmination of doctoral studies and the candidate should present a formal public seminar prior to a private meeting with the examination committee. Please see our form G-DDA to submit this information 14 days prior to the defense.