South Carolina

South Carolina

South Carolina is a South Atlantic state bordered by North Carolina to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the east, and Georgia to the south and west. The state's landscape includes lowlands, sand hills, and mountains. Palmetto trees line South Carolina's coast. The eastern part of the state is known as the Low Country and the western region is called the Up Country. The capital and largest city of the state is Columbia.

South Carolina was named after King Charles I and King Charles II of England. The name "Carolina" comes from the Latin word "Carolinus," meaning "of Charles." During colonial times, the state was part of a bigger area called Carolina.

South Carolina is an industrial leader of the New South. Industry began developing in the state at the end of the 19th century and has continued through the 20th century. The development of industry has made South Carolina a prosperous state again. The major industry in the state is textile manufacturing; only North Carolina and Georgia beat South Carolina in textile production. The change in the state's economy has led to a change in where the state's residents live. In the past, most of South Carolina's residents lived in rural communities. Today, over half of the state's residents live in and around cities.

International students thinking about studying in South Carolina can expect plenty of pleasant surprises. The state of South Carolina offers international students a uniquely, historically American cultural experience that only comes with living in this area of the South.

List of colleges and universities in South Carolina

Official Website of the State of South Carolina

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