Scholar Programs Coordinator

University of South Carolina

Columbia (SC)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

Dependent Scholarships

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

13 Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

University of South Carolina in Columbia seeks a Scholar Programs Coordinator to support Carolina and 1801 Scholars within the South Carolina Honors College. You will advise high-achieving students, plan events, and coordinate enrichment activities, partnering with donors and campus offices to ensure a strong student experience.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of relevant work, excellent communication, and organizational skills, with a focus on program administration and

Qualifications

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2+ years of job related experience.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and data reporting with strong communication skills.
Excellent written and oral communication; ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

Serves as primary contact and program advisor for Carolina and 1801 Scholars.
Advises scholars and coordinates enrichment funds and reports for compliance.
Plans first-year scholar events and partners with student leadership and organizations.
Collaborates on annual communication and assessment plans; manages surveys and reporting.
Performs other duties to support National Fellowships and Scholar Programs as needed.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Microsoft Office

Research

Presentation

Problem-solving

Analytical

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Scholar Programs Coordinator

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by August 23, 2026.

Benefits

Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition
Dependent Scholarships
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Opportunities

About USC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Posting Details

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Posting Number | STA00571PO26

Job Family | Student Enrichment

Job Function | Student Experience

USC Market Title | Student Experience Coordinator

Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133984

Job Level | P2 - Professional

Business Title (Internal Title) | Scholar Programs Coordinator

Campus | Columbia

Work County | Richland

College/Division | South Carolina Honors College

Department | HNRS Fellowships and Scholar Programs

State Pay Range | G08

USC Market Range | MRE - $48,726 $59,689 $70,653

Anticipated Hiring Range | Salary commensurate with qualifications

Location of Vacancy | SC

Part/Full Time | Full Time

Hours per Week | 37.5

Work Schedule | Monday through Friday 8:30am-5:00pm with one hour for lunch, the hours per week is 37.5

Basis | 12 months

Job Search Category | Student Services

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary | Under general supervision, the Scholar Programs Coordinator serves as the primary contact and program advisor for all Carolina and 1801 Scholars in National Fellowships and Scholar Programs, a unit within the nation’s top ranked South Carolina Honors College (SCHC). The coordinator also performs a variety of duties to help provide support to approximately 200 high-achieving scholars who have received the university’s five top merit-based scholarships. The coordinator plans all first-year scholar events in collaboration with student leadership, manages the development and implementation of various other student activities and programs throughout the year, provides holistic advising to scholars in partnership with other team members, advises student organizations as assigned, and collaborates with the Director of Scholar Programs to create an annual communication and assessment plan. Staff members should possess a wide range of intellectual curiosity and a commitment to working with high-achieving students. This position may include additional responsibilities to meet the needs of USC’s most talented students and to support the mission of the overall university.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Preferred Qualifications | Prior advising with post‑secondary high‑ability students; working knowledge of scholar programs. Some knowledge of USC policies, procedures, and programs is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Applicants must have the ability to function in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment. The successful candidate will be well organized, have excellent written and oral communication skills, be able to deal diplomatically with various constituent groups. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Software (Excel, Word and PowerPoint). Possess strong research skills, presentation skills, and problem‑solving skills, as well as strong analytical skills as the ability to interpret information accurately is critical.

Job Duties

Carolina and 1801 Scholars Program Administration: Serves as primary contact and program advisor for all Carolina and 1801 Scholars. Partners with Honors Development and the Office of Financial Aid to connect scholars to their respective donors and helps ensure submission of their annual donor notes. Advises Carolina Scholars on appropriate use of enrichment funds and maintains administrative records for compliance and reporting purposes. Prepares an annual report and contributes to the college’s annual planning process. Essential Function: Yes. Percentage of Time: 30.
Advisement: Provides holistic advising to all scholars throughout the year. Advises scholars during class‑specific programs such as First‑Year Scholar chats, Sophomore Strategy, Junior Gameplan and Senior Send‑Off. Connects scholars to appropriate campus offices and makes referrals when needed. Updates databases with notes from advising appointments. Encourages all scholars to consider applying for national fellowships. Essential Function: Yes. Percentage of Time: 25.
Scholar Programs Event Coordination: Plans and/or participates in scholar program activities that provide an enhanced university experience for the Top Scholar population, including: Stamps, McNair, Carolina, 1801 and Horseshoe Scholars that may occur after hours and on weekends. Plans all first‑year scholar events in partnership with student leadership and advises student organizations as assigned. Essential Function: Yes. Percentage of Time: 20.
Strategic Communication and Assessment: Collaborates with the Director of Scholar Programs to develop and implement an annual communication and assessment plan that supports SCHC annual planning, evaluation, and continuous improvement efforts. Leads the administration of assigned surveys, compiling, analyzing, and reporting assessment data, while also advancing strategic communication initiatives through the co‑management of a scholar‑led social media team in partnership with Honors Communications. Develops and coordinates engaging, brand‑aligned content for the weekly Scholar Programs newsletter, ensuring timely and effective communication to the Top Scholar community. Essential Function: Yes. Percentage of Time: 20.
Other Duties: Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, in support of other activities of National Fellowships and Scholar Programs and the Honors College. Essential Function: No. Percentage of Time: 5.

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety‑Sensitive or Security‑Sensitive positions will be subject to pre‑employment and post‑employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive: No

Hazardous weather category: Non‑Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies: 1

Desired Start Date:

Job Open Date: 07/29/2026

Job Close Date: 08/23/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicant: Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by August 23, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to: Health and Life Insurance, Retirement Programs, Paid Tuition, Dependent Scholarships, Annual Leave, Sick Leave, 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday), Paid Parental Leave, Professional Development Opportunities.

Quicklink for Posting: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/210564

EEO Statement: The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Supplemental Questions

* Do you have at least a Bachelor's Degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
- Yes
- No
* Although we accept resumes for review, the application is the official hiring document maintained by the university. Offers of employment and starting salaries are based on the education and work experience (including beginning and end dates) included in the university application only, not your resume. Have you included all details for all education, volunteer and work experiences in your job application?
- Yes
- No
* What interests have led you to apply for this position, and which aspect of the role are you most excited about?
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe a time when you helped someone overcome a challenge or make an important decision. What did you do, what was the outcome, and what did you learn from the situation?
(Open Ended Question)
* Imagine you are welcoming a new Honors College student at orientation who is excited but also nervous about beginning their first year of college. How would you describe the types of support they would receive from you as their Scholar Programs Coordinator? What university or Honors College resources would you recommend to help them feel connected, supported, and prepared for success, and why?
(Open Ended Question)