Who We Are and What We Do
Over 20% of USC students — over 7,000 of you — are first-gen! The First-Generation Center at Maxcy College is here to help you tap into every resource and opportunity USC has to offer. See how our vibrant hub can offer you support, guidance, and connection:
Weekly Events and Workshops
Meet new friends, learn new skills, and have fun with us every month.
First-Gen Mentor Program
Jumpstart your USC experience with a mentor who’s been in your shoes!
First-Gen Living and Learning Community
Join 150 other first-gen students living right here at Maxcy College, where support
and community are just steps away.
Come Say, "Hi!"
Swing by the lobby at Maxcy College anytime during business hours, and one of our
friendly staff members or student employees will be happy to chat, answer questions,
or show you around. Or just stop by the front desk to ask about our mentoring program
— it's the fastest way to feel right at home here at USC!
Meet our team and learn more about our vision and mission.
Support First-Gen Students at USC
Did you know nearly 5 million undergraduate students identified as first-generation across the nation in 2020? That's 1 in every 3 students!
You can help support the 7,000+ first-gen students at USC by giving directly to the First-Generation Student Support Fund.
More Ways to Give
Contact us at 1-877-349-2106 to speak with a USC staff member to make a gift by phone.
Contact us at 1-877-349-2106 if you would like us to email or mail you a pledge form.
You can print it and mail the completed pledge form to:
University of South Carolina
Office of Gift Processing
1600 Hampton Street, Suite 736
Columbia, SC 29208
Use the online pledge form to indicate your gift amount and preferred billing frequency.