South Carolina bill allows in-state tuition for certain students regardless of immigration status.

The bill amends South Carolina law to provide in-state tuition rates for students attending public institutions of higher education. Eligible students must have attended high school in the state for three or more years, graduated or received the equivalent of a high school diploma in the state, and enrolled no earlier than the fall semester of the 2026-2027 academic year. Students without lawful immigration status must file an affidavit stating they have applied to legalize their status or will do so when eligible.

South Carolina bill allows in-state tuition for certain students regardless of immigration status.

The bill amends South Carolina law to provide in-state tuition rates for students attending public institutions of higher education. Eligible students must have attended high school in the state for three or more years, graduated or received the equivalent of a high school diploma in the state, and enrolled no earlier than the fall semester of the 2026-2027 academic year. Students without lawful immigration status must file an affidavit stating they have applied to legalize their status or will do so when eligible.