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Welcome to the Commission on Higher Education

We are committed to promoting access, affordability, and excellence within the state system of higher education. The CHE acts both as an oversight entity on behalf of the General Assembly and an advocate for the citizens of South Carolina as they seek opportunities to improve their lives and those of their families, through higher education.

Important Information

Act 156 Enhancements Guidance for Education and Accounting Majors (PDF)
Institutional invoicing deadlines established for state scholarships and grants effective July 1 (PDF)
2024 CHE Transfer Action Plan Report (PDF)
Video: How to retain your state scholarship or grant
Student organization conduct violations (Tucker Hipps Transparency Act)
Requesting education verification and transcripts from closed institutions (PDF)
Consumer Alert: All higher education institutions operating in South Carolina must be licensed by the CHE. You can view a directory of licensed institutions on our Licensing Page.

Upcoming CHE Events

January 27: Learning Opportunity- Activating, Creating, and Establishing College Credit in SC for Prior Military Learning (This in-person day of training was originally scheduled for Sept. 27 but postponed due to Hurricane Helene).

Graphic: SC enrollment distribution by sectors

Paying for College

Understanding the financial aid process

Ascend 60X30

Increasing higher ed attainment to support our state and workforce

List of SC Schools

Public, Independent and Technical

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