Founded in 1824, MUSC is South Carolina’s only comprehensive academic health care system – an institution defined by groundbreaking research, transformative education and exceptional patient care, powered by a culture of innovation and discovery that drives advances in health, science and economic discovery for South Carolina and beyond. “Changing What’s Possible” isn’t just a goal; it’s a way of life for the more than 35,000 physicians, scientists, educators, administrators and care team members dedicated to advancing health care innovation, academic excellence and community impact.
MUSC educates nearly 3,500 students across 41 degree programs each year and equips more than 1,060 residents and fellows with the expertise to lead in today’s complex medical world. Our world-class alumni influence every dimension of health care across the globe.
As reported by the Office of Research & Sponsored Programs at the Medical University of South Carolina.
We’re nationally recognized for our innovation, patient and family-centered care, and healthy outcomes.
Our discoveries grow knowledge, our clinical trials transform medical treatments, and our innovations improve the care you receive.
Our programs offer an immersive educational experience guided by faculty dedicated to excellence in mentorship, research and patient care.
At MUSC, entrepreneurial activity is gaining momentum, fueled by new training programs, expanded innovation space and the launch of two investment funds that help early-stage life sciences companies overcome capital barriers. This growth has led to record levels of invention disclosures and commercialization deals, along with national recognition for scientific breakthroughs – including three MUSC technologies ranked among the nation’s top 10 most innovative CAR T advancements.
Plans are underway to establish a new AI Center for Health Innovation and Informatics – an enterprise hub to coordinate and accelerate the responsible use of artificial intelligence across health care, research, education and operations. This center will serve faculty, clinicians, trainees, researchers, staff and external collaborators.
Drawn by MUSC’s reputation for excellence and its internationally recognized physicians, patients travel from across the United States and around the world for care. In 2025, nearly 1,300 clinical trials were underway, and for the 11th consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report named MUSC Health University Medical Center in Charleston the No. 1 hospital in South Carolina.
U.S. News & World Report — 11th consecutive year
The only children’s hospital in South Carolina ranked in U.S. News Best Children’s Hospitals; 6 specialties ranked in the top 50 nationally.
Ranked No. 2 in the nation for outcomes — 4th consecutive year in the No. 1 or No. 2 position nationally.
One of only 73 NCI-designated cancer centers in the United States and the only one in South Carolina.
One of only 2 in the United States
Bringing leading-edge facilities and services to you.
In a rapidly evolving health care landscape, MUSC is leading with purpose and meeting the needs of the communities it serves. In the past seven years, the institution has experienced unprecedented growth – reaching all 46 South Carolina counties, expanding access to care in rural and underserved areas and creating new educational and training opportunities for students and resident physicians.
Accelerated growth across the state reflects MUSC’s continued commitment to meeting the health care needs of all South Carolinians.
In 2025, the MUSC Health Jean and Hugh K. Leatherman Behavioral Care Pavilion opened in Florence, significantly expanding access to behavioral health services in the region. Three additional medical pavilions opened in the Charleston area, increasing access to critical services for area residents, while Hollings Cancer Center extended care to Hilton Head Island and surrounding communities.
Construction is well underway on the MUSC Health Nexton Medical Center in neighboring Berkeley County, along with a new outpatient ambulatory cancer facility on the same campus.
In Lancaster County, a 62,000-square-foot medical center and a 50-bed hospital are expected to be completed in 2026 and 2027, respectively.
Plans for a $1 billion comprehensive cancer center in downtown Charleston have been finalized, with completion anticipated in 2030.
From finding care to launching your career, MUSC is here for you.
