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USCB Earns Multiple Awards for Excellence in Academic ProgramsStudents work on practice dummies

University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) continues to receive prestigious accolades for its commitment to offering top-notch academic programs both in person and online. The university's dedication to excellence has been recognized by various organizations, highlighting its growing position as a rigorous and dynamic leader in higher education.

“Rankings in multiple publications is one measure of the ascendance of academic programs at USCB. We pride ourselves on the goal of every graduate having had at least one applied learning experience,” said Dr. Eric Skipper, Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs. “The fact that our online programs are being recognized shows the dedication of our faculty across multiple modalities.”

One notable recognition comes from Forbes Advisor, which named USCB as one of South Carolina’s Best Online Colleges in 2024. Forbes commended USCB for maintaining three physical campuses in South Carolina's Lowcountry region and offering a diverse selection of fully online bachelor's degrees. Notably, USCB's on-campus faculty also teach the university's online courses, ensuring consistent quality education for both distance learners and traditional students. Among the available majors are interdisciplinary studies, psychology, sociology, and others, with dedicated tech support available through the Office of eLearning. Forbes recognized USCB as one of South Carolina’s Ten Best Online Colleges, encompassing majors such as Hospitality, Human Services, Psychology, Public Health, Sociology, and Interdisciplinary Studies. Forbes also praised USCB for offering its online students dedicated tech available through the Office of eLearning.

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Additionally, USCB was recognized on EDUMED's Best of 2024 list for its exceptional online education in healthcare. EDUMED.org, a platform assisting students in finding affordable higher education programs in the medical and health fields, highlighted USCB's excellence in offering public health degrees online. The rankings were based on various criteria, including academic counseling services, career placement services, student-to-faculty ratio, tuition, and financial aid availability.

Furthermore, USCB's Nursing program has garnered significant recognition, being voted among the top 10 nursing schools in the U.S. by students and alumni on Nurse.org. This accolade solidified USCB's position as the Top Nursing School in South Carolina - Student Choice Award. The rigorous selection process involved votes cast at both state and national levels. Nurse.org, an online platform for nursing news and career resources, receives over 1.5 million visitors per month.

These accolades reflect USCB's unwavering dedication to providing exemplary academic programs, both online and in person. The university's commitment to excellence, coupled with its supportive learning environment, continues to make it a preferred choice for students seeking quality higher education. As USCB continues to excel in various fields, it reinforces its reputation as a premier institution in South Carolina and beyond.

Additionally, USCB received recognition on EDUMED's Best of 2024 list for its exceptional online education in healthcare. EDUMED.org, a platform assisting students in finding affordable higher education programs in the medical and health fields, highlighted USCB's excellence in offering public health degrees online. The rankings were based on various criteria, including academic counseling services, career placement services, student-to-faculty ratio, tuition, and financial aid availability. USCB's commitment to providing quality education in healthcare earned it a distinguished place among the nation's top colleges and universities.Students practicing on each other

Furthermore, USCB's Nursing program garnered significant recognition, being voted among the top 10 nursing schools in the US by students and alumni on Nurse.org. This accolade solidified USCB's position as the Top Nursing School in South Carolina - Student Choice Award. The rigorous selection process involved votes cast at both state and national levels, with Nurse.org, an influential online platform for nursing news and career resources, receiving over 1 million visitors per month.

These accolades reflect USCB's unwavering dedication to providing exemplary academic programs, both online and in person. The university's commitment to excellence, coupled with its supportive learning environment, continues to make it a preferred choice for students seeking quality higher education. As USCB continues to excel in various fields, it reinforces its reputation as a premier institution in South Carolina and beyond.