Caro Smart Financial Solutions 
Credit union membership for USC employees with nationwide access to branches and ATMs.
803-227-5555 | 800-476-5861

Some carriers offer savings for state employees—check with yours.

Eligible employees can get financial help with adoption costs.

 Resources from the State Health Plan to support your family’s health.

Get discounts on everyday purchases from local and national vendors. Sign up through the S.C. Department of Administration's website.

Save on Apple, Dell, and software through Division of Information Technology .  Some software is free. 

Discounts on attractions, events, hotels, and more.

Sign up at TicketsatWork with code SCDSHR or call 1-800-331-6483. 

Save with local and national retailers and earn up to 20% cashback.

 Visit the WeSave website or the S.C. Department of Administration's website for details.  

USC and TIAA partner with Savi to help employees lower monthly student loan payments and qualify for forgiveness.

Explore tools, webinars, and expert support at the TIAA website .

TIAA Student Debt Relief, Simplified for You (flyer) [pdf]
Savi Quick Start Guide [pdf]
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Frequently Asked Questions [pdf]
Watch a five-minute overview on Savi

• Tuition help for eligible dependents or spouses of USC employees.
• Awards renew for up to 8 terms with a 3.0 GPA.
• Contact the Office of Financial Aid on the campus your dependent attends or plans to attend. 

Our employee wellness programs provide free or low-cost services for nutrition, stress, and overall well-being.

Available at the Benefits Office (excludes legal matters).

1600 Hampton Street, Suite 801, Columbia, SC

Disclaimer: Notary services exclude real estate closings, divorce and other services that should be performed by the court system.

Our flextime benefits allow employees the opportunity to work from different locations on flexible schedules.

The university offers a plethora of learning opportunities for employees to enhance their potential in work and personal growth.  Learn and grow with the resources that are available under our Training and Professional Development web page.

• Some departments may authorize new employees to be reimbursed for relocation expenses.
• Approval is at the discretion of the hiring unit.
• Please review the Business and Finance policy on relocation expenses [pdf] or contact your supervisor for more information.

• Faculty and staff who are in full-time equivalent (FTE), research grant (RGP) or time-limited (TL) positions, and who do not hold a graduate assistantship, qualify for the USC Employee Tuition Assistance Program which provides free tuition for up to 16 credit hours per year.

The USC Tax Clinic helps people with IRS tax problems. They explain your rights and guide you through resolving tax issues.

Who qualifies?
Individuals earning less than $37,650 or families of four earning less than $78,000.

Cost:
Services are completely free.

How to get help:

Call 803-777-8614 and leave a message or fill out an  intake form. A staff member will contact you.

All USC employees systemwide will receive a 20% discount on USC Press books.

Use the discount code JUSCEMP when ordering:

• Online through USC Press online
• Telephone orders - 803-777-5245
• Email orders -  uscpresssales@sc.edu
• In-person orders at 1600 Hampton Street, Suite 544

Full-time faculty and staff can buy discounted season and single-game tickets for Gamecock home events.

Visit the Gamecock Ticket Office or call  1-800-472-3267.

Show your CarolinaCard to get a 10% discount at the USC bookstore.  

Bright Horizons at USC offers early childhood education that supports confident, lifelong learning.

• Free shuttle service for faculty, staff, and students.
• Runs weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.
• Check routes and times at Parking and Transportation Services.

• Enjoy concerts, art, movies, and more—often free or discounted.
• USC employees also get special deals on events at the Colonial Life Arena.

All employees can dine at any of the 20+ campus restaurants on campus.

• Eligible employees can join the campus fitness center with payroll deduction.
• Call  Campus Recreation at 803-576-9375 for details. 

The Provost Office offers policies to support faculty and their families.

• Get a full hearing assessment and treatment plan. 
• Employees receive a 10% discount on hearing aids.

 Rent outdoor equipment like tents, sleeping bags, and canoes at low cost.

Access library services with your CarolinaCard.

Free subscriptions to the New York Times and Wall Street Journal are available.