Founded: 1911
President:
Mr. W. Scott Cochran
Location:
1750 Powell Mill Road
Spartanburg, SC 29301
Phone: (864) 587-4213
Fax: (864) 587-4355
Website: www.smcsc.edu
At Spartanburg Methodist College, students get a real chance to succeed. Many earn two degrees, finish college with less debt than most graduates, and enter the workforce with the skills employers want. This is The Way College Should Be.
About Us
Located in Spartanburg, South Carolina, Spartanburg Methodist College is a private, liberal arts college open to students of all religious and non-religious backgrounds. The college serves approximately 1,000 students and offers six associate degrees, 10 bachelor’s degrees, and 11 100% online associate and bachelor’s degree options. SMC’s unique Camak Core professional development program prepares graduates for the business world with education in critical workplace skills that employers value in new hires. Affiliated with the United Methodist Church and established in 1911, SMC students experience the transformative powers of academic excellence, intellectual exploration, social awareness, and character development in a supportive environment where they can thrive.
Professional Development
SMC’s unique Camak Core professional development program, named for the college’s founder, sets the college apart in preparing students for the transition into a career. The program consists of six required courses, providing 18 hours of academic credit toward one of our bachelor’s degrees. Students will graduate with the key soft skills employers are looking for, including leadership, professional communications, applied technology, community engagement, and more.
Academics
As a liberal arts college, SMC students receive a broad education in a number of subjects. Our associate degree programs provide students with the general studies credits to transfer into a bachelor’s degree or to move into an entry-level position to begin their career. Our bachelor’s degree programs include our unique customizable bachelor’s degree – an interdisciplinary degree in which students choose two concentrations, and our bachelor’s degree in business administration provides a business-focused degree in one of four areas of study. SMC’s online degree programs provide students the opportunity to earn their degree completely online, studying at their own pace and on a schedule that fits their lifestyle.
Campus Life
SMC offers students a vibrant college experience with seven residence halls, on-campus dining, and numerous clubs and organizations.
Athletics
The SMC Pioneers are a member of the Appalachian Athletic Conference in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). SMC has more than 200 student athletes who compete on 15 athletics teams.
Admissions
Visit our admissions page to get all the information you need to enroll at SMC. Our Admissions staff is ready to help you with the application process and any other information you need to start or finish your college career today.
Financial Aid
SMC provides all the assistance you need to learn about the financial aid opportunities that may be available to you, including packages that cover the cost of tuition for all South Carolina students who qualify for the state’s LIFE Scholarship. Visit our financial aid page to get more information and contact a financial aid representative to find out what financial assistance if available for you.