Greenville County Schools is excited to partner with USC for GEAR UP SC! Read more about the program here!
The University of South Carolina College of Education received a $35 million Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Program (GEAR UP) grant from the U.S. Department of Education. This grant will serve more than 21,868 students in 36 middle schools and 27 high schools in every region of the state, moving the needle in college readiness and preparation across the state.
The College of Education will work with school districts around the state to provide supports over seven years with goals to:
increase academic performance and preparation for postsecondary education for GEAR UP South Carolina students
increase the rate of high school graduation and participation in postsecondary education for GEAR UP South Carolina students
increase education expectations and knowledge of postsecondary options, preparation and financing
increase preparation of teachers and staff to teach and serve GEAR UP South Carolina students