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Boldly We Reach
At Coastal Carolina University, we blend academic excellence with endless possibilities. Located in Conway, just minutes from Myrtle Beach, CCU is where students are challenged to lead boldly, and inspired to make a difference.
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CCU partners with Horry County to monitor water quality
Student Support
CCU receives consecutive silver ratings as a Military Friendly® school
Advancement
Momentous donation establishes the Hetzer Center for Biomedical Sciences at CCU
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Teal Tuesdays
From the moment that a student steps on campus to years after they have graduated, they are encouraged to wear teal on Tuesdays as a show of school spirit and as a way to connect members of Teal Nation, no matter where they might be.
CINO Day brings the fun to close out a great semester.
CINO Day
CCU's largest, carnival-like event held near the end of the spring semester. Students are able to enjoy free rides, games, food, giveaways, and more.
Snap a photo with this bronze Chauncey Statue to commemorate your time at CCU.
Photos with Chauncey Statue
One of the first and last traditions for students while they are on campus, involves having their photo taken with the bronze Chauncey. Chauncey, the University's mascot, is cast in bronze at the entrance to the TD sports complex.
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Investing in Discovery – From Sea to Space
Through research and education, CCU’s local, state, and federal partnerships enhance South Carolina’s future by protecting our coastal ecosystems, advancing space exploration, and inspiring the next generation of innovators.
Sea Grant
Through our Sea Grant designation, CCU plays a vital role in coastal stewardship by conducting research and providing instruction on Waties Island,
one of the last undeveloped barrier islands in South Carolina.
Research Vessels
Space Grant
As a member of the NASA South Carolina Space Grant Consortium, CCU supports interdisciplinary initiatives that inspire exploration, discovery, and leadership within the space sciences. The Space Grant Consortium strengthens STEM participation by expanding research opportunities, fostering collaboration, and promoting statewide access to NASA programs and resources.
ChantSat-1 Mission
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Campus Life
CCU is a vibrant and dynamic experience that goes beyond the classroom. Our campus is a lively community filled with opportunities for personal growth, community engagement, and unforgettable memories. Learn how you can be a part of it.
Financial Aid
At CCU, we believe that financial aid should not be a barrier to accessing higher education. Our Financial Aid office is dedicated to making your college dreams a reality by connecting you with the financial resources you need to succeed.
CHANT411
CHANT411 provides a central point of contact for students, families, faculty, staff and visitors who want a question answered or need guidance navigating the university system. They're happy to help answer questions via text, phone, email or social.
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April 21, 2026
CCU and HGTC launch new transfer partnership for business students
April 7, 2026
CCU to host A Taste for Learning event to benefit Spadoni College students
April 3, 2026
CCU students make a splash at the 2026 SCAS Annual Meeting
April 2, 2026
eMYRge launches Golf Tech Accelerator Challenge
April 1, 2026
CCU housing application now open for 2026-27 academic year
March 31, 2026
Students Explore College Pathways at Teal & Tech Experience
March 30, 2026
Coastal Carolina University kicks off Earth Month with fourth annual Sustainability Symposium
March 25, 2026
CCU receives consecutive silver ratings as a Military Friendly® school
March 24, 2026
Momentous donation establishes the Hetzer Center for Biomedical Sciences at CCU
March 23, 2026
University of Oxford senior researcher and Quill Project director Nicholas Cole to speak at CCU as 2026 HTC Distinguished Speaker
March 20, 2026
CCU alumnus and software entrepreneur Sunny Gupta to deliver Spring Commencement address
March 18, 2026
HCS middle school students to explore college pathways during Teal & Tech Experience 2026
March 13, 2026
James J. Winebrake, Ph.D., installed as fourth president of Coastal Carolina University
March 12, 2026
Come Celebrate Us: CCU showcases innovation at AI Week 2026
March 11, 2026
Coastal Carolina University achieves STARS Gold rating for sustainability
March 9, 2026
CCU students and faculty shine at SC INBRE 17th annual Science Symposium
March 9, 2026
Communal Pen launches spring season of free writing workshops
March 6, 2026
Coastal Carolina University names new vice president for student affairs
March 5, 2026
Jenni Brandon showcases the power of contemporary collaboration during REP Project residency
March 3, 2026
Chants at the State House event showcases CCU’s statewide impact
March 2, 2026
CCU partners with Horry County to monitor water quality
February 25, 2026
CCU board of trustees advances key initiatives during February meeting
February 23, 2026
Coastal Carolina University to host South Carolina Political Science Association Annual Conference
February 20, 2026
South Carolina students to compete in CCU’s annual math contest
February 18, 2026
CCU to host Chants at the State House in Columbia
February 4, 2026
CCU Secures $2.4M to Expand Hands-On Nursing and Health Sciences Training
February 3, 2026
CCU Among State Institutions Supporting New Center for Research Security
January 30, 2026
CCU’s NSLS chapter earns national recognition for leadership innovation
January 27, 2026
CCU’s Center for Applied Civic Leadership launches Student-Athlete Civic Leadership Fellowship
January 21, 2026
CCU named Top 25 Changemaker for campus sustainability initiative
January 14, 2026
CCU earns prestigious national recognition for community engagement
December 22, 2025
Coastal Carolina University to host South Carolina GOP gubernatorial primary debate
December 16, 2025
CCU student Alayna Medina to study abroad in Dubai as a Gilman Scholar
December 15, 2025
CCU’s board of trustees approves additional funds for two major capital projects
December 15, 2025
CCU’s Center for Applied Civic Leadership connects students to civic leaders, honors community partners with inaugural Civic Leadership Awards
December 12, 2025
CCU celebrates Fall 2025 graduates during commencement exercises
December 9, 2025
CCU named to Military Times’ Best for Vets: Colleges list
December 8, 2025
Coastal Carolina University named to Princeton Review’s 2026 Mental Health Services Honor Roll
December 5, 2025
South Carolina Commission on Higher Education approves Doctor of Physical Therapy program to address South Carolina’s healthcare needs
December 4, 2025
CCU to recognize approximately 708 eligible graduates during Fall 2025 Commencement ceremonies on Dec. 12
November 25, 2025
CCU ranked #35 nationally among master’s colleges and universities for study abroad opportunities
November 24, 2025
Coastal Carolina University honors 2025 outstanding alumni during Homecoming Week
November 20, 2025
Coastal Carolina University named silver Bicycle Friendly University by League of American Bicyclists
November 17, 2025
Spadoni College of Education and Social Sciences to host centers and initiatives showcase
November 14, 2025
Coastal Carolina University Wins Back-to-Back PGA University Championships
November 5, 2025
Strikes for the Symposium supports student experiential learning and professional development
November 5, 2025
HCS Scholars Academy ranked No. 1 school in South Carolina in SC School Report Cards 2025 results
October 31, 2025
CCU to celebrate Homecoming Week Nov. 2-8
October 24, 2025
CCU’s Athenaeum Press earns grant to support two storytelling initiatives
October 23, 2025
CCU deepens partnership with South Carolina Technical College System
October 22, 2025
Coastal Carolina University launches Coastal Civic Initiative in Fall 2025
October 21, 2025
CCU earns recognition for innovation by U.S. News & World Report
October 10, 2025
CCU board of trustees approves new Master of Science in Finance program and approves next steps for field and track facility
October 10, 2025
Classic musical Grease hits CCU’s Wheelwright stage
October 9, 2025
Coastal Carolina University names Swain Scholars for 2025-27
October 3, 2025
CCU’s Gibbs Knotts selected to serve on national steering committee
October 1, 2025
CCU announces significant donation and establishment of the Mayor Bethune Law Enforcement Education Development endowment
September 4, 2025
CCU breaks total enrollment record for third consecutive year
September 4, 2025
CCU and MyHorryNews announce sports media internship program
August 27, 2025
CCU health and human performance students to benefit from new scholarship established by OrthoSC
August 25, 2025
CCU faculty members selected for AASCU Department Chair Leadership Institute
August 18, 2025
CCU launches region’s first coaching summit to empower youth and high school sport leaders
August 18, 2025
CCU launches $1.5 million project to improve supercomputer energy use and procurement
August 13, 2025
CCU strengthens community ties through Walmart wellness donation
August 11, 2025
CCU’s Sarah Curry receives Letitia A. Long Endowed Intelligence Scholarship through Intelligence and National Security Foundation
August 8, 2025
CCU’s RISE Center internship program receives funding boost from Partnership Grand Strand and Bank of America
August 1, 2025
Spadoni College board of visitors appoints new chair
July 23, 2025
Child care services on CCU's campus expand through partnership with YMCA of Coastal Carolina
July 23, 2025
Incoming CCU faculty member earns national recognition for coastal systems research
July 15, 2025
CCU’s Athenaeum Press to partner with S.C. Arts Commission on Edgefield County workshop to collect local stories of farming and agriculture
July 9, 2025
CCU’s Jackson Family Center for Ethics and Values receives major gift to support its operations
July 7, 2025
CCU faculty member self-publishes book on Israel-Hamas war to help readers understand complex conflict
June 27, 2025
CCU dedicates Pushpa Rani Saxena Bridge
June 27, 2025
Ywomie Mota is first CCU student to receive Winthrop McNair summer research internship
June 26, 2025
Chanticleer Baseball Achieves Record-High GPA While Advancing to College World Series Finals
June 25, 2025
Coastal Carolina University unveils state-of-the-art Indoor Practice Facility
June 25, 2025
CCU students are at the frontlines of public health preparedness
June 20, 2025
CCU’s Caleb Sease selected for the Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program
June 10, 2025
CCU Complete enters third year of creating pathways for individuals looking to finish their college degrees
June 10, 2025
CCU to host Ed’s Hurricane Hustle and Expo on June 14 to prepare area residents for the upcoming storm season
June 9, 2025
Each One Teach One and Conway High School celebrate young entrepreneurs at pitch competition
June 9, 2025
CCU alumna Paige Richardson awarded Department of Defense SMART Scholarship
June 5, 2025
Coastal Carolina University names James J. Winebrake as its fourth president
May 30, 2025
CCU’s Department of Theatre honored with historic preservation award
May 19, 2025
CCU senior Tessa Bentley awarded Boren Scholarship to study Zulu in South Africa
May 16, 2025
Coastal Carolina University establishes Spanish for Healthcare and Social Services Professions certificate program
May 15, 2025
CCU Dyer Fellow accepted into North American Language and Culture Assistants Program
May 14, 2025
CCU’s Eric Schultz to perform in Andrea Clearfield’s acclaimed Szalon concert series
May 14, 2025
HCHEC awards scholarships to new and continuing local students at CCU
May 13, 2025
CCU political science assistant professor earns best article award
May 13, 2025
Three CCU students to study abroad via Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
May 12, 2025
Coastal Carolina University celebrates first graduating class of Bachelor of Professional Studies program
May 12, 2025
Coastal Carolina University selected to receive IIE American Passport Project grant to empower students to study abroad
May 10, 2025
CCU celebrates Spring 2025 graduates during commencement weekend
May 7, 2025
CCU board of trustees announces tuition rates will not increase for in-state students for seventh consecutive year
May 5, 2025
CCU to hold commencement exercises May 9-10, Tim Hardee ’78 to deliver keynote address
May 2, 2025
Coastal Carolina University offering support to Limestone University students
May 1, 2025
CCU distinguished professor emeritus selected as 2025 Guggenheim Fellow
April 30, 2025
Coastal Carolina University Recognized in 2025 Carnegie Institutional Classifications
April 28, 2025
CCU alumni recount Mount Everest journey to honor student's legacy
April 22, 2025
CCU student researchers use fruit flies to advance biomedical science
April 21, 2025
CCU students, faculty contribute to award-winning film The Grand Strand, screening at Myrtle Beach International Film Festival
April 17, 2025
CCU’s Center for Applied Intelligence wins statewide cybersecurity award
April 16, 2025
CCU presents annual Faculty Innovation and Excellence Awards
April 16, 2025
CCU’s Grant Center announces 2025 South Carolina Real Estate Awards and South Carolina Real Estate Hall of Fame inductees
April 15, 2025
Giving Teal Tuesday, CCU’s annual day of giving that supports student success, set for April 22
April 14, 2025
CCU is one of eight schools named to Modern Campus’ Top Higher Education Catalogs of 2024
April 14, 2025
CCU awarded silver rating as Military Friendly® school
April 10, 2025
CCU designated a Voter Friendly Campus by Campus Vote Project and NASPA
April 9, 2025
CCU to host Pulitzer-nominated composer for residency and recital
April 8, 2025
CCU’s inaugural disc golf tournament showcases proposed course on campus
April 8, 2025
CCU’s momentum recognized at the South Carolina State House
April 7, 2025
CCU’s Paul Richardson earns Governor’s Award for Excellence in Scientific Research
April 4, 2025
CCU’s Pop 101 concert takes audiences back to the '80s
April 2, 2025
Coastal Carolina University partners with the Quill Project at Oxford, names first cohort of research fellows
March 31, 2025
Jamie George is CCU’s first-ever Goldwater Scholar
March 26, 2025
CCU’s Space Satellite program awarded grant to advance research and student training
March 26, 2025
CoastalLIFE 5K to raise funds for student scholarships at CCU
March 25, 2025
World premiere of The Black Pearl brings a love story to the stage at CCU
March 24, 2025
Area middle school students to explore educational opportunities at CCU and HGTC during second Teal & Tech Experience
March 24, 2025
CCU’s Grant Center to host 26th annual Economic Growth and Real Estate Summit on March 28
March 19, 2025
CCU professor Billy Hills hosts discussion on Fulbright Scholars trip to Egypt
March 18, 2025
International scholar Michael Kimmage to give lecture at CCU on origins of Ukraine war
March 14, 2025
CCU students and alumni connect with potential employers during Spring 2025 Career Fair
March 12, 2025
Award-winning journalist and bestselling author McKay Coppins to present a talk at CCU
March 12, 2025
CCU joins College Cost Transparency Initiative to increase financial aid understanding
March 6, 2025
CCU faculty member selected for AASCU Department Chair Leadership Institute
March 4, 2025
South Carolina students to compete in CCU’s annual math contest
February 28, 2025
CCU launches Center for Applied Civic Leadership, names inaugural cohort of Pluralism Fellows
February 27, 2025
Alondra Johnson named CCU’s first-ever Truman Scholarship finalist
February 26, 2025
CCU commended by state legislators; board of trustees approves Tim Hardee as Spring 2025 commencement speaker
February 26, 2025
CCU to hold Travis E. Overton Celebration of Life on March 2
February 25, 2025
CCU President Michael T. Benson accepts new position
February 25, 2025
CCU designated as a Top Producing Institution of Fulbright U.S. Students for 2024-2025
February 21, 2025
CCU concert explores relationship between music and dance
February 17, 2025
CCU’s Russell Fielding recognized internationally for breadfruit research
February 14, 2025
Coastal Carolina University student crowned International Junior Miss 2025
February 13, 2025
CCU earns prestigious research designation through Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education
February 12, 2025
CCU’s Gullah Geechee conference to focus on international connections and regional partnerships
February 11, 2025
Tango Llaneros concert brings live Argentine music to CCU stage
February 6, 2025
Spadoni College of Education and Social Sciences to host centers and initiatives showcase
February 6, 2025
CCU’s Main St. P.O.D. convenience store now accepting SNAP benefits
February 5, 2025
CCU and area volunteers to package 15,000 meals to help fight world hunger
February 4, 2025
CCU’s musical production of Alice by Heart provides a lovely escape
January 30, 2025
CCU names 28 students to inaugural Bachelor of Science in Nursing cohort to address health care needs
January 28, 2025
Four CCU students to study abroad with the Gilman, Gilman-McCain scholarship programs
January 24, 2025
Coastal Carolina University’s Center for Applied Civic Leadership brings Congress to Campus for panel discussion on Jan. 28
January 16, 2025
CCU faculty member selected for 2025 National Center for Education Statistics Data Institute
January 15, 2025
CCU’s RISE Center wins global award for sustainability project
January 14, 2025
CCU remembering former Vice President Travis E. Overton through various events
January 13, 2025
CCU music students to benefit from new scholarship established in memory of Sandra Graham Thomas
January 9, 2025
CCU President Michael T. Benson embraces civic engagement and national leadership roles
January 6, 2025
CCU launches CORE Center to advance community health in 2025
December 16, 2024
CCU trustee Oran Smith named vice chair of the S.C. Commission on Higher Education
December 14, 2024
CCU’s Joseph Fitsanakis shares a message of unity and hope during Fall 2024 commencement ceremonies
December 13, 2024
CCU board of trustees receives impressive updates on student retention and enrollment
December 9, 2024
CCU to recognize approximately 610 eligible graduates during fall commencement ceremonies on Dec. 14
November 26, 2024
CCU receives South Carolina Research Authority grant to build research commercialization capacity
November 25, 2024
CCU named a 2024 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting
November 22, 2024
CCU faculty member Ami Stearns authors book on shortlist for global award
November 21, 2024
CCU christens Coastal Discovery as its newest research vessel
November 21, 2024
CCU Band Blast weekend provides high school musicians with college-level opportunities
November 14, 2024
CCU is one of 16 schools named to The Princeton Review’s 2025 Mental Health Services Honor Roll list
November 14, 2024
CCU wins 2024 PGA University Championship
November 13, 2024
CCU faculty awarded grant to expand exhibit featuring impoverished populations
November 12, 2024
Annual bowling fundraiser supports professional development event for students at CCU
November 11, 2024
CCU to hold a screening of Netflix’s SPRINT featuring Olympic medalist Melissa Jefferson
November 11, 2024
CCU students to advance career opportunities at second Recreation and Sport Management Symposium
November 7, 2024
CCU’s Sustain Coastal awarded funding to reduce marine debris in Murrells Inlet
November 6, 2024
CCU’s support of military-connected students leads to inclusion in Military Times’ Best for Vets colleges list
November 5, 2024
CCU to host Coastal Fit Challenge on Nov. 9
November 1, 2024
CCU professor Wendy Weinhold presents research in Germany on presidential elections and Saturday Night Live
October 31, 2024
CCU announces Outstanding Alumnus of the Year recipients
October 29, 2024
CCU’s Joseph Fitsanakis to present 2024 HTC Distinguished Teacher-Scholar Lecture
October 24, 2024
CCU students and alumni connect with potential employers during Fall 2024 Career Fair
October 24, 2024
CCU music faculty member publishes album with support from University libraries’ open-access publishing fund
October 23, 2024
CoastalLIFE recognized by city of Conway during National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October 23, 2024
Gibbs Knotts selected for American Association of State Colleges and Universities Academy for New Provosts
October 18, 2024
CCU board of trustees approves moving forward with a new Doctor of Physical Therapy degree to support area workforce needs
October 17, 2024
CCU students to host sixth annual RSM Mini Golf Classic
October 17, 2024
CCU’s Athenaeum Press receives grant from the South Carolina Arts Commission to fund internships
October 16, 2024
CCU’s new Swain Scholars to conduct research and develop community health plans
October 16, 2024
CCU to present Carrie: The Musical in Wheelwright Auditorium
October 15, 2024
CCU and HGTC to host third annual Light Up the Night 5K to support domestic violence victims
October 14, 2024
Author Michel Paradis to present history lecture at CCU Oct. 17
October 10, 2024
CCU’s inaugural AI Week highlights commitment to innovation
October 9, 2024
CCU to celebrate Homecoming 2024 with various events Oct. 15-19
October 8, 2024
CCU to celebrate its first-ever Teal Nation Tuesday on Oct. 15
October 3, 2024
CCU receives grant to prepare preservice teachers to teach computer science
September 25, 2024
CCU’s PrepareAthon! Day of Action will raise awareness about emergency preparedness
September 24, 2024
CCU recognized for undergraduate teaching in rankings by U.S. News & World Report
September 20, 2024
CCU’s Marvin Evans receives a grant from the National Science Foundation for computer science education
September 12, 2024
CCU to celebrate its 70th anniversary with Founders Week activities Sept. 16-20
September 5, 2024
Cage Mitchell is CCU’s first-ever recipient of the Department of Energy Computational Science Graduate Fellowship
August 28, 2024
CCU associate professor Nicole Arcuri-Sanders receives the Military and Government Counseling Association’s 2024 Outstanding Advocacy Award
August 27, 2024
CCU joins Complete College America to boost student success and graduation rates
August 22, 2024
Four recent CCU graduates earn Fulbright U.S. Student Program grants for 2024-2025
August 21, 2024
Registration for the OLLI@Coastal Fall 2024 Semester opens on Aug. 27
August 19, 2024
CCU’s RISE Center summer internship program receives support from Partnership Grand Strand and Bank of America
August 16, 2024
CCU receives $9,750 donation from Walmart during annual Move-in Day event
August 16, 2024
CCU board of trustees celebrates total enrollment milestone of 11,000-plus students
August 15, 2024
CCU alumnus Tim Hardee receives Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest civilian honor
August 14, 2024
CCU Complete ready to help more students earn their bachelor’s degrees
August 13, 2024
Two CCU students awarded Southern Regional Education Board-State Doctoral Scholars Program Fellowships
August 1, 2024
CCU enhancing its support for first-generation college students via membership in FirstGen Forward Network
July 31, 2024
Four CCU students study abroad via Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship program
July 30, 2024
CCU students Jennifer Angel and Josh Morgan awarded 2024 NOAA Hollings undergraduate scholarships
July 29, 2024
CCU clarinetist Eric Schultz named South Carolina Arts Commission Fellow
July 26, 2024
Genesis Hernandez is CCU’s first Amgen Scholars Program participant
July 22, 2024
CCU and the city of Myrtle Beach break ground on a new theatre facility
June 21, 2024
CCU President Michael T. Benson to serve in leadership roles in the Sun Belt Conference and Omicron Delta Kappa
June 20, 2024
CCU releases new details about its proposed community-focused Convocation Center
June 13, 2024
Chance Miller named vice president for intercollegiate athletics and University recreation at CCU
June 6, 2024
CCU board of trustees announces tuition rates will not increase for the 2024-25 academic year
May 23, 2024
CCU’s Tiffany Hollis receives Excellence in Equity Award from American Consortium for Equity in Education
May 22, 2024
CCU’s Shawn McDonald selected for DAAD RISE Germany to conduct research on AI-based optics in self-driving cars
May 15, 2024
New LIFE program assessment app developed by CCU ITS results in an invitation to Apple’s Global Accessibility Awareness Day
April 10, 2024
New CCU-branded Costa Rican RainForest Artesian Water in aluminum bottles support campus sustainability efforts
April 4, 2024
Newly established Sea and Sky Endowed Scholarship to benefit students in the Gupta College of Science at CCU
March 25, 2024
CCU breaks ground on PGA Golf Management Program Academic Learning Lab at Hackler Golf Course
March 20, 2024
CCU’s Department of Theatre presents Anton Chekhov’s Three Sisters
February 28, 2024
CCU launches South Carolina’s first space satellite program
January 16, 2024
CCU unveils student-, alumni-created mural in Hicks Dining Hall
October 12, 2023
CCU faculty members receive five-year grant to prepare early childhood and special education teachers for workforce
October 12, 2023
CCU faculty members receive five-year grant to prepare early childhood and special education teachers for workforce
October 11, 2023
CCU's Gupta College of Science awarded National Science Foundation grant for project aimed at improving the success of low-income engineering students
September 13, 2023
From classroom to pit road: Coastal Carolina University students get rare inside look at the 2023 Cook Out Southern 500
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Boldly We Reach
At Coastal Carolina University, we blend academic excellence with endless possibilities. Located in Conway, just minutes from Myrtle Beach, CCU is where students are challenged to lead boldly, and inspired to make a difference.
Learn More About Coastal
Schedule Your Visit
Enroll at CCU
Find Your Program
Explore over 105 degree and certificate programs.
In-person Programs
Hybrid Programs
Online Programs
CCU Spotlight
Investiture
James J. Winebrake, Ph.D., installed as fourth president of CCU
Community Impact
CCU partners with Horry County to monitor water quality
Student Support
CCU receives consecutive silver ratings as a Military Friendly® school
Advancement
Momentous donation establishes the Hetzer Center for Biomedical Sciences at CCU
Experience CCU
Students explore college pathways at Teal & Tech Experience
Sustainability
Coastal Carolina University achieves STARS Gold rating for sustainability
1/6
View More Stories
Coastal By the Numbers
18:
1
Student-to-faculty Ratio
Coastal at a Glance
180
Student Clubs & Organizations
Explore Campus Life
#
4
On "Most Innovative Schools" List
What Makes Coastal a Great Fit
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Immerse Yourself On Campus
Teal Tuesdays
From the moment that a student steps on campus to years after they have graduated, they are encouraged to wear teal on Tuesdays as a show of school spirit and as a way to connect members of Teal Nation, no matter where they might be.
CINO Day brings the fun to close out a great semester.
CINO Day
CCU's largest, carnival-like event held near the end of the spring semester. Students are able to enjoy free rides, games, food, giveaways, and more.
Snap a photo with this bronze Chauncey Statue to commemorate your time at CCU.
Photos with Chauncey Statue
One of the first and last traditions for students while they are on campus, involves having their photo taken with the bronze Chauncey. Chauncey, the University's mascot, is cast in bronze at the entrance to the TD sports complex.
Visit Coastal
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Investing in Discovery – From Sea to Space
Through research and education, CCU’s local, state, and federal partnerships enhance South Carolina’s future by protecting our coastal ecosystems, advancing space exploration, and inspiring the next generation of innovators.
Sea Grant
Through our Sea Grant designation, CCU plays a vital role in coastal stewardship by conducting research and providing instruction on Waties Island,
one of the last undeveloped barrier islands in South Carolina.
Research Vessels
Space Grant
As a member of the NASA South Carolina Space Grant Consortium, CCU supports interdisciplinary initiatives that inspire exploration, discovery, and leadership within the space sciences. The Space Grant Consortium strengthens STEM participation by expanding research opportunities, fostering collaboration, and promoting statewide access to NASA programs and resources.
ChantSat-1 Mission
Keep Exploring Coastal
Campus Life
CCU is a vibrant and dynamic experience that goes beyond the classroom. Our campus is a lively community filled with opportunities for personal growth, community engagement, and unforgettable memories. Learn how you can be a part of it.
Financial Aid
At CCU, we believe that financial aid should not be a barrier to accessing higher education. Our Financial Aid office is dedicated to making your college dreams a reality by connecting you with the financial resources you need to succeed.
CHANT411
CHANT411 provides a central point of contact for students, families, faculty, staff and visitors who want a question answered or need guidance navigating the university system. They're happy to help answer questions via text, phone, email or social.
News
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April 21, 2026
CCU and HGTC launch new transfer partnership for business students
April 7, 2026
CCU to host A Taste for Learning event to benefit Spadoni College students
April 3, 2026
CCU students make a splash at the 2026 SCAS Annual Meeting
April 2, 2026
eMYRge launches Golf Tech Accelerator Challenge
April 1, 2026
CCU housing application now open for 2026-27 academic year
March 31, 2026
Students Explore College Pathways at Teal & Tech Experience
March 30, 2026
Coastal Carolina University kicks off Earth Month with fourth annual Sustainability Symposium
March 25, 2026
CCU receives consecutive silver ratings as a Military Friendly® school
March 24, 2026
Momentous donation establishes the Hetzer Center for Biomedical Sciences at CCU
March 23, 2026
University of Oxford senior researcher and Quill Project director Nicholas Cole to speak at CCU as 2026 HTC Distinguished Speaker
March 20, 2026
CCU alumnus and software entrepreneur Sunny Gupta to deliver Spring Commencement address
March 18, 2026
HCS middle school students to explore college pathways during Teal & Tech Experience 2026
March 13, 2026
James J. Winebrake, Ph.D., installed as fourth president of Coastal Carolina University
March 12, 2026
Come Celebrate Us: CCU showcases innovation at AI Week 2026
March 11, 2026
Coastal Carolina University achieves STARS Gold rating for sustainability
March 9, 2026
CCU students and faculty shine at SC INBRE 17th annual Science Symposium
March 9, 2026
Communal Pen launches spring season of free writing workshops
March 6, 2026
Coastal Carolina University names new vice president for student affairs
March 5, 2026
Jenni Brandon showcases the power of contemporary collaboration during REP Project residency
March 3, 2026
Chants at the State House event showcases CCU’s statewide impact
March 2, 2026
CCU partners with Horry County to monitor water quality
February 25, 2026
CCU board of trustees advances key initiatives during February meeting
February 23, 2026
Coastal Carolina University to host South Carolina Political Science Association Annual Conference
February 20, 2026
South Carolina students to compete in CCU’s annual math contest
February 18, 2026
CCU to host Chants at the State House in Columbia
February 4, 2026
CCU Secures $2.4M to Expand Hands-On Nursing and Health Sciences Training
February 3, 2026
CCU Among State Institutions Supporting New Center for Research Security
January 30, 2026
CCU’s NSLS chapter earns national recognition for leadership innovation
January 27, 2026
CCU’s Center for Applied Civic Leadership launches Student-Athlete Civic Leadership Fellowship
January 21, 2026
CCU named Top 25 Changemaker for campus sustainability initiative
January 14, 2026
CCU earns prestigious national recognition for community engagement
December 22, 2025
Coastal Carolina University to host South Carolina GOP gubernatorial primary debate
December 16, 2025
CCU student Alayna Medina to study abroad in Dubai as a Gilman Scholar
December 15, 2025
CCU’s board of trustees approves additional funds for two major capital projects
December 15, 2025
CCU’s Center for Applied Civic Leadership connects students to civic leaders, honors community partners with inaugural Civic Leadership Awards
December 12, 2025
CCU celebrates Fall 2025 graduates during commencement exercises
December 9, 2025
CCU named to Military Times’ Best for Vets: Colleges list
December 8, 2025
Coastal Carolina University named to Princeton Review’s 2026 Mental Health Services Honor Roll
December 5, 2025
South Carolina Commission on Higher Education approves Doctor of Physical Therapy program to address South Carolina’s healthcare needs
December 4, 2025
CCU to recognize approximately 708 eligible graduates during Fall 2025 Commencement ceremonies on Dec. 12
November 25, 2025
CCU ranked #35 nationally among master’s colleges and universities for study abroad opportunities
November 24, 2025
Coastal Carolina University honors 2025 outstanding alumni during Homecoming Week
November 20, 2025
Coastal Carolina University named silver Bicycle Friendly University by League of American Bicyclists
November 17, 2025
Spadoni College of Education and Social Sciences to host centers and initiatives showcase
November 14, 2025
Coastal Carolina University Wins Back-to-Back PGA University Championships
November 5, 2025
Strikes for the Symposium supports student experiential learning and professional development
November 5, 2025
HCS Scholars Academy ranked No. 1 school in South Carolina in SC School Report Cards 2025 results
October 31, 2025
CCU to celebrate Homecoming Week Nov. 2-8
October 24, 2025
CCU’s Athenaeum Press earns grant to support two storytelling initiatives
October 23, 2025
CCU deepens partnership with South Carolina Technical College System
October 22, 2025
Coastal Carolina University launches Coastal Civic Initiative in Fall 2025
October 21, 2025
CCU earns recognition for innovation by U.S. News & World Report
October 10, 2025
CCU board of trustees approves new Master of Science in Finance program and approves next steps for field and track facility
October 10, 2025
Classic musical Grease hits CCU’s Wheelwright stage
October 9, 2025
Coastal Carolina University names Swain Scholars for 2025-27
October 3, 2025
CCU’s Gibbs Knotts selected to serve on national steering committee
October 1, 2025
CCU announces significant donation and establishment of the Mayor Bethune Law Enforcement Education Development endowment
September 4, 2025
CCU breaks total enrollment record for third consecutive year
September 4, 2025
CCU and MyHorryNews announce sports media internship program
August 27, 2025
CCU health and human performance students to benefit from new scholarship established by OrthoSC
August 25, 2025
CCU faculty members selected for AASCU Department Chair Leadership Institute
August 18, 2025
CCU launches region’s first coaching summit to empower youth and high school sport leaders
August 18, 2025
CCU launches $1.5 million project to improve supercomputer energy use and procurement
August 13, 2025
CCU strengthens community ties through Walmart wellness donation
August 11, 2025
CCU’s Sarah Curry receives Letitia A. Long Endowed Intelligence Scholarship through Intelligence and National Security Foundation
August 8, 2025
CCU’s RISE Center internship program receives funding boost from Partnership Grand Strand and Bank of America
August 1, 2025
Spadoni College board of visitors appoints new chair
July 23, 2025
Child care services on CCU's campus expand through partnership with YMCA of Coastal Carolina
July 23, 2025
Incoming CCU faculty member earns national recognition for coastal systems research
July 15, 2025
CCU’s Athenaeum Press to partner with S.C. Arts Commission on Edgefield County workshop to collect local stories of farming and agriculture
July 9, 2025
CCU’s Jackson Family Center for Ethics and Values receives major gift to support its operations
July 7, 2025
CCU faculty member self-publishes book on Israel-Hamas war to help readers understand complex conflict
June 27, 2025
CCU dedicates Pushpa Rani Saxena Bridge
June 27, 2025
Ywomie Mota is first CCU student to receive Winthrop McNair summer research internship
June 26, 2025
Chanticleer Baseball Achieves Record-High GPA While Advancing to College World Series Finals
June 25, 2025
Coastal Carolina University unveils state-of-the-art Indoor Practice Facility
June 25, 2025
CCU students are at the frontlines of public health preparedness
June 20, 2025
CCU’s Caleb Sease selected for the Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program
June 10, 2025
CCU Complete enters third year of creating pathways for individuals looking to finish their college degrees
June 10, 2025
CCU to host Ed’s Hurricane Hustle and Expo on June 14 to prepare area residents for the upcoming storm season
June 9, 2025
Each One Teach One and Conway High School celebrate young entrepreneurs at pitch competition
June 9, 2025
CCU alumna Paige Richardson awarded Department of Defense SMART Scholarship
June 5, 2025
Coastal Carolina University names James J. Winebrake as its fourth president
May 30, 2025
CCU’s Department of Theatre honored with historic preservation award
May 19, 2025
CCU senior Tessa Bentley awarded Boren Scholarship to study Zulu in South Africa
May 16, 2025
Coastal Carolina University establishes Spanish for Healthcare and Social Services Professions certificate program
May 15, 2025
CCU Dyer Fellow accepted into North American Language and Culture Assistants Program
May 14, 2025
CCU’s Eric Schultz to perform in Andrea Clearfield’s acclaimed Szalon concert series
May 14, 2025
HCHEC awards scholarships to new and continuing local students at CCU
May 13, 2025
CCU political science assistant professor earns best article award
May 13, 2025
Three CCU students to study abroad via Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
May 12, 2025
Coastal Carolina University celebrates first graduating class of Bachelor of Professional Studies program
May 12, 2025
Coastal Carolina University selected to receive IIE American Passport Project grant to empower students to study abroad
May 10, 2025
CCU celebrates Spring 2025 graduates during commencement weekend
May 7, 2025
CCU board of trustees announces tuition rates will not increase for in-state students for seventh consecutive year
May 5, 2025
CCU to hold commencement exercises May 9-10, Tim Hardee ’78 to deliver keynote address
May 2, 2025
Coastal Carolina University offering support to Limestone University students
May 1, 2025
CCU distinguished professor emeritus selected as 2025 Guggenheim Fellow
April 30, 2025
Coastal Carolina University Recognized in 2025 Carnegie Institutional Classifications
April 28, 2025
CCU alumni recount Mount Everest journey to honor student's legacy
April 22, 2025
CCU student researchers use fruit flies to advance biomedical science
April 21, 2025
CCU students, faculty contribute to award-winning film The Grand Strand, screening at Myrtle Beach International Film Festival
April 17, 2025
CCU’s Center for Applied Intelligence wins statewide cybersecurity award
April 16, 2025
CCU presents annual Faculty Innovation and Excellence Awards
April 16, 2025
CCU’s Grant Center announces 2025 South Carolina Real Estate Awards and South Carolina Real Estate Hall of Fame inductees
April 15, 2025
Giving Teal Tuesday, CCU’s annual day of giving that supports student success, set for April 22
April 14, 2025
CCU is one of eight schools named to Modern Campus’ Top Higher Education Catalogs of 2024
April 14, 2025
CCU awarded silver rating as Military Friendly® school
April 10, 2025
CCU designated a Voter Friendly Campus by Campus Vote Project and NASPA
April 9, 2025
CCU to host Pulitzer-nominated composer for residency and recital
April 8, 2025
CCU’s inaugural disc golf tournament showcases proposed course on campus
April 8, 2025
CCU’s momentum recognized at the South Carolina State House
April 7, 2025
CCU’s Paul Richardson earns Governor’s Award for Excellence in Scientific Research
April 4, 2025
CCU’s Pop 101 concert takes audiences back to the '80s
April 2, 2025
Coastal Carolina University partners with the Quill Project at Oxford, names first cohort of research fellows
March 31, 2025
Jamie George is CCU’s first-ever Goldwater Scholar
March 26, 2025
CCU’s Space Satellite program awarded grant to advance research and student training
March 26, 2025
CoastalLIFE 5K to raise funds for student scholarships at CCU
March 25, 2025
World premiere of The Black Pearl brings a love story to the stage at CCU
March 24, 2025
Area middle school students to explore educational opportunities at CCU and HGTC during second Teal & Tech Experience
March 24, 2025
CCU’s Grant Center to host 26th annual Economic Growth and Real Estate Summit on March 28
March 19, 2025
CCU professor Billy Hills hosts discussion on Fulbright Scholars trip to Egypt
March 18, 2025
International scholar Michael Kimmage to give lecture at CCU on origins of Ukraine war
March 14, 2025
CCU students and alumni connect with potential employers during Spring 2025 Career Fair
March 12, 2025
Award-winning journalist and bestselling author McKay Coppins to present a talk at CCU
March 12, 2025
CCU joins College Cost Transparency Initiative to increase financial aid understanding
March 6, 2025
CCU faculty member selected for AASCU Department Chair Leadership Institute
March 4, 2025
South Carolina students to compete in CCU’s annual math contest
February 28, 2025
CCU launches Center for Applied Civic Leadership, names inaugural cohort of Pluralism Fellows
February 27, 2025
Alondra Johnson named CCU’s first-ever Truman Scholarship finalist
February 26, 2025
CCU commended by state legislators; board of trustees approves Tim Hardee as Spring 2025 commencement speaker
February 26, 2025
CCU to hold Travis E. Overton Celebration of Life on March 2
February 25, 2025
CCU President Michael T. Benson accepts new position
February 25, 2025
CCU designated as a Top Producing Institution of Fulbright U.S. Students for 2024-2025
February 21, 2025
CCU concert explores relationship between music and dance
February 17, 2025
CCU’s Russell Fielding recognized internationally for breadfruit research
February 14, 2025
Coastal Carolina University student crowned International Junior Miss 2025
February 13, 2025
CCU earns prestigious research designation through Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education
February 12, 2025
CCU’s Gullah Geechee conference to focus on international connections and regional partnerships
February 11, 2025
Tango Llaneros concert brings live Argentine music to CCU stage
February 6, 2025
Spadoni College of Education and Social Sciences to host centers and initiatives showcase
February 6, 2025
CCU’s Main St. P.O.D. convenience store now accepting SNAP benefits
February 5, 2025
CCU and area volunteers to package 15,000 meals to help fight world hunger
February 4, 2025
CCU’s musical production of Alice by Heart provides a lovely escape
January 30, 2025
CCU names 28 students to inaugural Bachelor of Science in Nursing cohort to address health care needs
January 28, 2025
Four CCU students to study abroad with the Gilman, Gilman-McCain scholarship programs
January 24, 2025
Coastal Carolina University’s Center for Applied Civic Leadership brings Congress to Campus for panel discussion on Jan. 28
January 16, 2025
CCU faculty member selected for 2025 National Center for Education Statistics Data Institute
January 15, 2025
CCU’s RISE Center wins global award for sustainability project
January 14, 2025
CCU remembering former Vice President Travis E. Overton through various events
January 13, 2025
CCU music students to benefit from new scholarship established in memory of Sandra Graham Thomas
January 9, 2025
CCU President Michael T. Benson embraces civic engagement and national leadership roles
January 6, 2025
CCU launches CORE Center to advance community health in 2025
December 16, 2024
CCU trustee Oran Smith named vice chair of the S.C. Commission on Higher Education
December 14, 2024
CCU’s Joseph Fitsanakis shares a message of unity and hope during Fall 2024 commencement ceremonies
December 13, 2024
CCU board of trustees receives impressive updates on student retention and enrollment
December 9, 2024
CCU to recognize approximately 610 eligible graduates during fall commencement ceremonies on Dec. 14
November 26, 2024
CCU receives South Carolina Research Authority grant to build research commercialization capacity
November 25, 2024
CCU named a 2024 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting
November 22, 2024
CCU faculty member Ami Stearns authors book on shortlist for global award
November 21, 2024
CCU christens Coastal Discovery as its newest research vessel
November 21, 2024
CCU Band Blast weekend provides high school musicians with college-level opportunities
November 14, 2024
CCU is one of 16 schools named to The Princeton Review’s 2025 Mental Health Services Honor Roll list
November 14, 2024
CCU wins 2024 PGA University Championship
November 13, 2024
CCU faculty awarded grant to expand exhibit featuring impoverished populations
November 12, 2024
Annual bowling fundraiser supports professional development event for students at CCU
November 11, 2024
CCU to hold a screening of Netflix’s SPRINT featuring Olympic medalist Melissa Jefferson
November 11, 2024
CCU students to advance career opportunities at second Recreation and Sport Management Symposium
November 7, 2024
CCU’s Sustain Coastal awarded funding to reduce marine debris in Murrells Inlet
November 6, 2024
CCU’s support of military-connected students leads to inclusion in Military Times’ Best for Vets colleges list
November 5, 2024
CCU to host Coastal Fit Challenge on Nov. 9
November 1, 2024
CCU professor Wendy Weinhold presents research in Germany on presidential elections and Saturday Night Live
October 31, 2024
CCU announces Outstanding Alumnus of the Year recipients
October 29, 2024
CCU’s Joseph Fitsanakis to present 2024 HTC Distinguished Teacher-Scholar Lecture
October 24, 2024
CCU students and alumni connect with potential employers during Fall 2024 Career Fair
October 24, 2024
CCU music faculty member publishes album with support from University libraries’ open-access publishing fund
October 23, 2024
CoastalLIFE recognized by city of Conway during National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October 23, 2024
Gibbs Knotts selected for American Association of State Colleges and Universities Academy for New Provosts
October 18, 2024
CCU board of trustees approves moving forward with a new Doctor of Physical Therapy degree to support area workforce needs
October 17, 2024
CCU students to host sixth annual RSM Mini Golf Classic
October 17, 2024
CCU’s Athenaeum Press receives grant from the South Carolina Arts Commission to fund internships
October 16, 2024
CCU’s new Swain Scholars to conduct research and develop community health plans
October 16, 2024
CCU to present Carrie: The Musical in Wheelwright Auditorium
October 15, 2024
CCU and HGTC to host third annual Light Up the Night 5K to support domestic violence victims
October 14, 2024
Author Michel Paradis to present history lecture at CCU Oct. 17
October 10, 2024
CCU’s inaugural AI Week highlights commitment to innovation
October 9, 2024
CCU to celebrate Homecoming 2024 with various events Oct. 15-19
October 8, 2024
CCU to celebrate its first-ever Teal Nation Tuesday on Oct. 15
October 3, 2024
CCU receives grant to prepare preservice teachers to teach computer science
September 25, 2024
CCU’s PrepareAthon! Day of Action will raise awareness about emergency preparedness
September 24, 2024
CCU recognized for undergraduate teaching in rankings by U.S. News & World Report
September 20, 2024
CCU’s Marvin Evans receives a grant from the National Science Foundation for computer science education
September 12, 2024
CCU to celebrate its 70th anniversary with Founders Week activities Sept. 16-20
September 5, 2024
Cage Mitchell is CCU’s first-ever recipient of the Department of Energy Computational Science Graduate Fellowship
August 28, 2024
CCU associate professor Nicole Arcuri-Sanders receives the Military and Government Counseling Association’s 2024 Outstanding Advocacy Award
August 27, 2024
CCU joins Complete College America to boost student success and graduation rates
August 22, 2024
Four recent CCU graduates earn Fulbright U.S. Student Program grants for 2024-2025
August 21, 2024
Registration for the OLLI@Coastal Fall 2024 Semester opens on Aug. 27
August 19, 2024
CCU’s RISE Center summer internship program receives support from Partnership Grand Strand and Bank of America
August 16, 2024
CCU receives $9,750 donation from Walmart during annual Move-in Day event
August 16, 2024
CCU board of trustees celebrates total enrollment milestone of 11,000-plus students
August 15, 2024
CCU alumnus Tim Hardee receives Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest civilian honor
August 14, 2024
CCU Complete ready to help more students earn their bachelor’s degrees
August 13, 2024
Two CCU students awarded Southern Regional Education Board-State Doctoral Scholars Program Fellowships
August 1, 2024
CCU enhancing its support for first-generation college students via membership in FirstGen Forward Network
July 31, 2024
Four CCU students study abroad via Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship program
July 30, 2024
CCU students Jennifer Angel and Josh Morgan awarded 2024 NOAA Hollings undergraduate scholarships
July 29, 2024
CCU clarinetist Eric Schultz named South Carolina Arts Commission Fellow
July 26, 2024
Genesis Hernandez is CCU’s first Amgen Scholars Program participant
July 22, 2024
CCU and the city of Myrtle Beach break ground on a new theatre facility
June 21, 2024
CCU President Michael T. Benson to serve in leadership roles in the Sun Belt Conference and Omicron Delta Kappa
June 20, 2024
CCU releases new details about its proposed community-focused Convocation Center
June 13, 2024
Chance Miller named vice president for intercollegiate athletics and University recreation at CCU
June 6, 2024
CCU board of trustees announces tuition rates will not increase for the 2024-25 academic year
May 23, 2024
CCU’s Tiffany Hollis receives Excellence in Equity Award from American Consortium for Equity in Education
May 22, 2024
CCU’s Shawn McDonald selected for DAAD RISE Germany to conduct research on AI-based optics in self-driving cars
May 15, 2024
New LIFE program assessment app developed by CCU ITS results in an invitation to Apple’s Global Accessibility Awareness Day
April 10, 2024
New CCU-branded Costa Rican RainForest Artesian Water in aluminum bottles support campus sustainability efforts
April 4, 2024
Newly established Sea and Sky Endowed Scholarship to benefit students in the Gupta College of Science at CCU
March 25, 2024
CCU breaks ground on PGA Golf Management Program Academic Learning Lab at Hackler Golf Course
March 20, 2024
CCU’s Department of Theatre presents Anton Chekhov’s Three Sisters
February 28, 2024
CCU launches South Carolina’s first space satellite program
January 16, 2024
CCU unveils student-, alumni-created mural in Hicks Dining Hall
October 12, 2023
CCU faculty members receive five-year grant to prepare early childhood and special education teachers for workforce
October 12, 2023
CCU faculty members receive five-year grant to prepare early childhood and special education teachers for workforce
October 11, 2023
CCU's Gupta College of Science awarded National Science Foundation grant for project aimed at improving the success of low-income engineering students
September 13, 2023
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