University Senior College

University Senior College is an independent secondary school with a strong learning culture driven by passionate and inspirational teachers. Founded in 2002, the institution is one of the most significant feeder schools to the university sector in South Australia. USC is an adult learning environment for years 10 to 12 students that has access to the University of Adelaide’s facilities.
The institution is committed to preparing students to bridge the transition between secondary and tertiary study. Its students come from very diverse backgrounds, with around 80 different private and public schools contributing to its local intake, as well as an international intake of students from China, Korea, Vietnam, and Japan. At University Senior College, students participate in a unique and dynamic educational experience that enables them to maximize their chances of academic success. Students learn in an environment where they are respected and provided with encouragement and guidance during their final years of school.
University Senior College aims to promote a cooperative environment that fosters the development of knowledge, skills, attitudes, self-reliance, and a sense of self-worth, enabling students to maximize their personal potential. The college teaches students the skills, knowledge, and personal strategies needed to approach their studies in a motivated and self-directed manner. Highly professional and caring teachers support student learning in an open and friendly atmosphere. USC is dedicated to providing students with a head start by offering a senior secondary education that thoroughly prepares them for successful entry into tertiary studies.