Memberships
Our memberships align with the University Academic Calendar and can be purchased at any time. Each membership option below will have a link to take you directly to your desired membership type. Membership fees are prorated throughout the term.
Summer Memberships
May 11, 2026 - August 9, 2026
If you are enrolled in any summer class, you have access to the Wellness and Fitness Center all summer. If you drop that class, you will need to purchase a membership. If you are not enrolled in any summer classes, you will need to purchase a membership. You are eligible to purchase a summer membership as a student if you meet the following criteria:
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- You have enrolled in at least one fall class.
- You are a May 2026 graduate.
Prices:
Non-Students:
Faculty, Staff, Retirees, Affiliate, and Spouse Memberships: $80
NAC, ROTC, and Alumni Memberships: $90
Faculty/Staff 1 Month Option: $45
Students:
Student Membership: $80
*All summer memberships, excluding 1 Month options, are prorated.
Click here to buy a summer membership
If you have any questions, please contact sacrmsrv@mailbox.sc.edu.
Group Memberships
If your department or group is interested in purchasing or offering memberships for
a group of participants/staff, please fill out the inquiry form below. We will get
back to you within 1 to 2 business days. If you have any questions, please email sacrmsrv@mailbox.sc.edu.
Group Membership Inquiry Form
Memberships
As the purchaser, you are responsible for paying the 2.5% credit card processing fee in addition to the membership price. The total displayed at checkout will include both the membership cost and the 2.5% processing fee.
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Current members of the USC Alumni Association. |
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Membership Fee Payroll Deduction Early Bird Yearly - $270 Early Bird Payroll Deduction 9-month: $15 per pay period |
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Membership Fee Early Bird Yearly - $300
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Student Memberships
For the fall and spring semesters if you are fee paying student enrolled in USC - Columbia during the current semester, you will have access to our facilities during all operational hours. You must have a physical CarolinaCard to access our facilities.
For the summer term, if you are enrolled in any summer class, you have access to the Wellness and Fitness Center all summer. If you drop that class, you will need to purchase a membership. If you are not enrolled in any summer classes, you will need to purchase a membership. You are eligible to purchase a summer membership as a student if you meet the following criteria:
- You have enrolled in at least one fall class.
- You are a May graduate.
If you do not have a CarolinaCard (or you have issues with your current card), please contact the Carolina Card Office.
Early Bird Memberships
Early Bird Memberships offer a flexible and cost-effective option for members who prefer to use our facilities during specific hours. Here's what you get with an Early Bird Membership:
STWFC:
Mon. - Thu.: 6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Fri. - Sun.: Full access during all operational hours.
University Holidays/Breaks/Summer: Full access during all operational hours.
Blatt PEC:
Full Access: Available during all operational hours.
Free Membership Trial
We offer a 14-Day free trial membership to all USC Columbia campus faculty, staff, and affiliates. This trial is only available if you have not been a member before. The trial membership provides access to the Blatt PE Center and the Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center during all operational hours.
Membership Policies and Conditions
- Memberships are non-transferable, non-refundable and membership fees are subject to change.
- Campus Recreation members MUST use their own Carolina Card/mobile credentials to access our facilities.
- If you do not have a CarolinaCard (or you have issues with your current card), please contact the Carolina Card Office.
Guest Passes & Policy
Guest Passes are available to purchase for $10 at the Wellness and Fitness Center
Welcome Desk.
*Guest Passes are not available at the Blatt PE Center.
Qualifications to Purchase:
- Must pay with credit/debit card (NO cash)
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must have a physical photo ID with date of birth listed
- Must have a sponsor (sponsors are active members of Campus Recreation or active
USC students)
*You may not enter our facility and ask a student you do not know to sponsor you.
Sponsor Expectations:
Sponsor is to stay with their guest throughout their entire time in the facility and
is responsible for any actions of the guest.
Rules:
- Pass only lasts for one calendar day
- Only two guests per sponsor