Welcome to the College of Charleston, a public university Extraordinary Happens Here For more than 250 years, we've charted a different path. One led by optimism, innovation and a curiosity that can change the world. Nestled in one of the most beautiful historic cities in the country, the College offers world-class academics with a tight-knit community and wide-open opportunity. For more than 250 years, we've charted a different path. One led by optimism, innovation and a curiosity that can change the world. Nestled in one of the most beautiful historic cities in the country, the College offers world-class academics with a tight-knit community and wide-open opportunity. Live Life In A Postcard Feel like a local no matter where you're from. Charleston is the perfect-sized city–big enough to support a vibrant and diverse cultural life yet small enough to feel right at home from your very first day. Life in Charleston The College is in the middle of one of the most lovingly preserved historic districts in America, yet the city is forward-focused with a diverse population and innovative companies like Google, Boeing and Blackbaud. Life in Charleston Student Life Make your college experience everything you imagined. There's never a dull moment on our campus, plus downtown Charleston is just minutes from some of the best beaches in the Southeast and boasts year-round temperate weather. Student Life Clubs & Organizations Find your people and pursue your passions with our more than 240 student clubs and organizations. Clubs & Organizations Where Optimists Thrive This type of research is usually done by postdoc fellows, but here the research is conducted by undergrads – amazing. Sorinel Oprisan, professor of physics The program at College of Charleston is a very thorough program. I was able to get two internships and it’s a program that will prepare students for jobs after college. Mikel Hannah-Harding ‘19, Meteorologist at The Weather Channel For anyone looking to study supply chain management, I look at Charleston as the center of the world right now. From an opportunity perspective, I see this as the market to be in. Micha Mallace ‘11 (MBA), President and CEO of South Carolina Ports Authority The College of Charleston was a place that I felt like I could be myself, that I could become a leader, that I could have all of the experiences that I wanted. Rachelle Olden ‘04, Senior Product Manager at Google The potential impact of this project is groundbreaking, as it has the capacity to revolutionize HAB [harmful algal blooms] monitoring and management, surpassing the limitations of traditional methods. Adam Ali, associate professor of geology Upcoming Events apr 27 Sol y Sombra - Before Flamenco Concert Starting at 7:30 pm Read more about "Sol y Sombra - Before Flamenco Concert" feb 23 PMP® Exam Prep Starting at 9:00 am Read more about "PMP® Exam Prep" jun 15 Freshman Student and Family Orientation Starting at 7:30 am Read more about "Freshman Student and Family Orientation " View All Events College News CofC Announces New Dean of the School of Natural and Environmental Sciences Apr 22, 2026 by Christine Mahoney Read more about "CofC Announces New Dean of the School of Natural and Environmental Sciences" Student Film Festival Celebrates Cinema, Showcases Student Talent, Skills Apr 22, 2026 by Darcie Goodwin Read more about "Student Film Festival Celebrates Cinema, Showcases Student Talent, Skills" Spring Commencement 2026: Everything you need to know Apr 21, 2026 by Amy Stockwell Read more about "Spring Commencement 2026: Everything you need to know" View All News