Transfer Student Orientation

Dr. Mary Wagner Director of Undergraduate Admissions Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support

Vin Buonocore Assistant Director of Orientation Office of New Student Orientation

January 8,

What is the Bursar s Office? Provides financial services support to students, parents, faculty, staff, deans, department heads and administration. Responsible for collecting tuition and fees In person/in office via cash/check Via mail-in payments Online via Self-Service Carolina SSC - my.sc.edu Our Goal to make paying for your education as simple as possible.

How do I pay my bill? In-person visit 516 Main Street to pay with cash or check Financial Aid scholarships, grants, loans applied by Office of Financial Aid Mail in payments - ** NOTE please be mindful of payment deadlines when mailing payments to insure it s receipted in time Self Service Carolina SSC my.sc.edu Electronic Check - ** NOTE no charge for this transaction Credit Card/Debit Card Payments - ** NOTE 2.5% convenience fee

Self Service Carolina

My account

Direct deposit Direct deposit

Authorized users

Mail-in Fee Payment Deadline Jan. 4, 2016 5:00 PM Failure to pay by this deadline may result in class cancellation!

In-Person Fee Payment Deadline Jan. 19, 2016 5:00 PM Failure to pay by this deadline may result in class cancellation!

Check your student email account!!! Bills are sent to you monthly! Other financial notices and information shared

Financial Aid and Scholarships Topics Today Self-Service Carolina (SSC) Additional Assistance

Self Service Carolina (SSC)

Self Service Carolina

Financial Aid and Scholarships Topics Today Self-Service Carolina (SSC) Additional Assistance

Additional Assistance Q. Where can I find more information about financial aid, scholarships, state programs, loans, etc.?

Additional Assistance A. The Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships webpage, www.sc.edu/financialaid, will answer most questions; the checklists that are provided are generally very helpful.

Additional Assistance Q. My financial situation has changed since I completed the FAFSA; is there anything that I can do?

Additional Assistance A. Contact the Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships and speak with a counselor about Special Circumstances or a Professional Judgment Adjustment.

Additional Assistance Q. The financial aid that I have been awarded doesn t meet my need; what can I do?

Additional Assistance A. Contact the Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships and speak with a counselor; or, go to www.sc.edu/financialaid and learn of other potential opportunities.

Additional Assistance Contact us: Phone: (803) 777-8134 Fax: (803) 777-0941 Email: uscfaid@sc.edu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uscfinaid Twitter: @USCFAID

January 8,

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA Sgt. Kenneth Adams USC Police Department

DIVISION OF LAW ENFORCEMENT AND SAFETY

LAW ENFORCEMENT AND SAFETY 1415 Henderson Street (Corner of Pickens St. and Hampton St.) www.les.sc.edu 24/7/365 operation 70 sworn officers State-wide jurisdiction

TYPES OF PATROL Vehicle patrol Bicycle Patrol Foot Patrol XUV Patrol

OTHER LAW ENFORCEMENT SC Highway Patrol Columbia Police Dept. Richland County Sheriff Dept.

CONTACTING USCPD 911 (USC campus landline v/s Cell phone) USC PD Non-emergency 803-777-4215 Emergency Call Boxes

EMERGENCY CALL BOXES Over 250 Emergency Call boxes on or near campus. Familiarize yourself with call boxes near your residence hall, parking lot, and other places on campus you visit.

CAROLINA ALERT SYSTEM Carolina Alert Website Your one-stop emergency information source Status / Carolina Alert updates Emergency Plans How to receive notifications What to do in an emergency The Carolina Alert Emergency Notification System is a set of communication media that the University can use to notify the community in the event an incident affects our campus. Text messages will only be used if a situation exists that poses an immediate risk to life safety and requires persons to change their behavior.

USC POLICE DEPT. SOCIAL MEDIA Follow us on Twitter: USC Police@USCPD Like us on Facebook: University of South Carolina Division of Law Enforcement and Safety Instagram: http://instagram.com/uscpd) Stay updated with Special Postings: - Special and exciting events hosted by USC Police Department - Monthly Crime Prevention Safety Tips - Carolina Alerts - Posting of suspects and or videos of crime activity for identification - Special warnings on and around campus that will affect your day to day activity

CRIMES ON CAMPUS

DRIVING AND PARKING AROUND CAMPUS Obey all traffic signs and signals (No right turn on red) Parking (USC decals, reserve spaces (24hrs), state vehicle spaces, designated parking lots) Rollup windows and lock doors Do not leave valuables in plain view Contact USC Police Department immediately if see suspicious activity in the parking lots or garages.

SHUTTLE SERVICES Shuttles are operational when classes are in session (Campus Only) Late Night Shuttle Monday through Friday 12:30 am to 6:30 am 803-777-3351 APO Shuttle Service Monday through Friday 5:30 pm to 12:30 am 803-777-DUCK (3825)

FIREARMS SC Firearms Law prohibits the display or carry of firearms onto the premises of property owned, operated, leased, or controlled by the university or into any publicly-owned building without the express written permission of university officials.

H.B.O H Help B Brother O Out Help me and the USC Police Department protect the USC Community

Erin Knaul Coordinator of Transfer and Special Student Populations Student Success Center

Off-Campus Student Services Guide to Off-Campus Living

Off-Campus Quick Facts The majority (72%) of USC undergraduate students live off campus. Lots of off-campus options to choose from. We can help you explore living options and find your best fit. Don t sign a lease until you are 100% sure.

Types of Off-Campus Housing Student-centered apartment complex Caters to college students Student neighbors House/Duplex In a neighborhood Homeowner neighbors Traditional apartment complex Families, professionals & retired neighbors

Partners in Off-Campus Living

Helpful Resources Off-Campus Living Guide Message Board & Listing Service Find subleases & roommates Explore rental property listings Login with USC email username & password Community Ambassadors Student Legal Services Off-Campus Budget Consultations

Visit the Off-Campus Student Lounge

Interested learning more about Off-campus living options Finding roommate(s) Subleasing apartments Tips for commuting The off-campus student lounge Come see us from 2-5 in the Russell House Lobby today!

Contact us: Off-Campus Student Services Russell House West Wing Suite 033 saocss@mailbox.sc.edu www.sa.sc.edu/ocss 803-777-3366 Twitter: UofSCOffCampus

PARENTS & GUESTS ONLY

Transfer Student Orientation