Presbyterian College (otherwise known as PC) was founded in 1880 by Dr. William Plumer Jacobs. Dr. Jacobs arrived in Clinton, South Carolina in 1864, following the devastation of the Civil War, and he dreamed of building an orphanage in the area. In October of 1875, Thornwell Orphanage opened its doors to 10 orphaned children.
The compelling purpose of Presbyterian College, as a church-related college, is to develop within the framework of Christian faith the mental, physical, moral, and spiritual capacities of each student in preparation for a lifetime of personal and vocational fulfillment and responsible contribution to our democratic society and the world community.
Our students are encouraged to get involved with student research and exploration. They often join faculty members as research assistants on their on-going research projects providing a one-to-one learning relationship. Other students conduct their own independent studies. All of these efforts move education beyond textbooks and lectures to encourage active learning, enriching the academic experience.
Career readiness is our focus. Our team assists students in exploring majors and careers and connects them to internships and employers to gain experience. We partner with local, regional and national employers and alumni to find meaningful internships and career opportunities. It’s never too early – or too late – to visit us and plan your future!
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsThe Student Government Association (SGA) serves and promotes the individual student; unifying all that is Presbyterian College. The SGA will reach out, actively listen to, and advocate for all students in an effort to connect the Presbyterian College family and enact lasting positive change.
The Presbyterian College’s Student Government Association website will keep students and SGA members updated on all SGA developments and will provide an understanding of SGA and introduce its members for those not familiar with PC’s student government.
The House meets once a month. Meetings are open to the entire student body. SGA also strongly encourages you to contact any SGA members with any concerns you may have.
While Presbyterian College does not have a specific program for students with disabilities, the college makes every effort to provide reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities and to assist those students in obtaining their education. Students requesting reasonable accommodations from Presbyterian College (PC) based on a disability are required to submit appropriate documentation to verify eligibility under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991 and amended in 2008 (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Fair Housing Act of 1988 (for residential accommodations) and the policies of the PC Academic Success Office.
In the library you will find books, periodicals, bibliographies, and other print resources that will contribute to your research in the library. THOMCAT, PC's library catalog on the Web, to search for books by title, author, subject, or key words. The Library has 12 small (1-2 person) study rooms, and 12 large study rooms in addition to the 24-Hour Study.
The professional Information Technology staff and student workers keep you connected to the electronic resources you need to facilitate your work and to complete your studies and research.
Presbyterian College has a 1,000Mbps fiber internet connection. There is also wireless WiFi coverage on and around campus.
Student Health Services are provided in partnership with the Family Healthcare – Clinton. In order to provide adequate health services, we require all students to fill out the Medical Forms. Wellness services provided by the nurse practitioner will need to be satisfied by insurance or some other method of payment.
The Catholic Student Association has weekly meetings where they discuss scripture readings and learn about the teachings of the Church, growing in understanding of the basics of the faith.Mass and Confession are offered on campus Sunday evenings at 5 pm in Wyatt Chapel with a visiting priest. Other fellowship activities are sometimes held as well. The group is in the process of getting involved in community service work, possibly through the local Catholic parish in Joanna and Laurens. The group also participates in the statewide Catholic college student retreats, which take place each semester.
Presbyterian College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the baccalaureate and doctoral degrees.
