Medical University Of South Carolina

The Medical University of South Carolina, also known as MUSC, is a public university located in Charleston, South Carolina, United States. The university was established in 1824 as a small, private college for training physicians. MUSC is the sixth oldest continually operating school of medicine in the nation. The university offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study. MUSC is organized into the following academic divisions:

• College of Dental Medicine
• College of Graduate Studies
• College of Health Professions
• College of Medicine
• College of Nursing
• College of Pharmacy
• MUSC Medical Center

MUSC boasts of an active student life. The campus is home to several student clubs and organizations.

Medical University Of South Carolina Highlights

Where Medical University Of South Carolina stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Many students concentrating in medicine, nutrition and exercise therapy, medical adminstration, and nursing and emergency medicine.
• Superior share of faculty on tenure track.
• High faculty salary.
• High female/male ratio.

Other important characteristics:

• Faculty tenure system
• Library on-campus
• Distance learning available
• Part-time classes available

Degrees Awarded (in 2007)

Students

The student enrollment at Medical University Of South Carolina was 2,537 in 2007 (2,329 full-time equivalent).

Undergrads are 11% of enrolled students, graduate students are 48%, and those seeking first-professional graduate degrees represent 41%.

Tuition and Other Costs

Financial Aid: Medical University Of South Carolina participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

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Faculty

Tenure (2007):

Housing and Meals

On-campus housing is not available.