South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities

A Voice for Independent Higher Education in South Carolina

SCICU provides a voice for independent higher education in South Carolina at the State House, in Congress, and before agencies, boards, and commissions. Working through the Public Policy Committee and Board of Trustees, SCICU promotes sound fiscal and public policy on matters of critical importance to its member colleges and universities.

Relevant matters include general and special appropriations for student grants and scholarships, legislation related to higher education, postsecondary students, and non-profit organizations, and education-related public policy issues before agencies, boards, and commissions.

Legislative Priorities and Strategic Plan

• SCICU Legislative Strategic Plan 2013
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• SCICU Legislative Priorities & Quick Facts 2013
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120th General Assembly of South Carolina - January 8, 2013 to June 6, 2013

• Finance Committee Increases Student Aid
• Senate Finance Committee Contemplates Budget
• House Passes Student-Friendly Budget Bill
• House to Take up Budget March 11
• Ways and Means Increases Grant Funding
• Governor's Budget Included Additional Funds for Tuition Grants

113th United States Congress - January 3, 2013

Resources:

• South Carolina Legislative Process
• Find Your State Legislator
• Find Your U.S. House Member
• Find Your U.S. Senator
• SC Senate Standing Committees
• Senate Finance Higher Education Subcommittee
• SC House Standing Committees
• SC House Ways and Means Higher Education Subcommittee
• National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities