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University of South Carolina

Name: University of South Carolina AI Policy Tracker record
Creator: University AI Policy Tracker
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

RankingQS World University Rankings 2026: =628UpdatedJul 19, 2026

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Normalized value: {"tool":"chatgpt","rawToolName":"ChatGPT through USC License","description":"The University of South Carolina provides faculty a university-licensed ChatGPT account with a protected USC environment.","howToObtain":"Use the Claim Your Account and Log In links on the official USC faculty AI page.","costToUser":"Institutional licence; no individual price is stated.","availability":"allowed","endorsementType":"institutionally_licensed_or_procured"}

Last checked: Jul 19, 2026
Last changed: Jul 19, 2026

Original evidence

Evidence 1

Benefits of Using ChatGPT through USC's License
Source: Faculty - Division of Information Technology | University of South Carolina

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Benefits of Using ChatGPT through USC's License

Source language: English (en)
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Retrieved: Jul 19, 2026

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All conversations and files remain private within USC’s secure environment.
Source: Faculty - Division of Information Technology | University of South Carolina

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All conversations and files remain private within USC’s secure environment.

Source language: English (en)
Snapshot hash: ac24f549…
Retrieved: Jul 19, 2026

Normalized value: {"tool":"microsoft_copilot","rawToolName":"Microsoft Copilot","description":"USC offers Microsoft Copilot licences to faculty and staff through its official software purchase path.","howToObtain":"Use the Get a License link on the official USC faculty AI page.","costToUser":"$250 per year.","availability":"allowed","endorsementType":"institutionally_licensed_or_procured"}

Last checked: Jul 19, 2026
Last changed: Jul 19, 2026

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Evidence 1

Microsoft Copilot, now available for $250/year for faculty and staff, brings artificial intelligence to Microsoft tools, helping save time and streamline workflows.
Source: Faculty - Division of Information Technology | University of South Carolina

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Microsoft Copilot, now available for $250/year for faculty and staff, brings artificial intelligence to Microsoft tools, helping save time and streamline workflows.

Source language: English (en)
Snapshot hash: ac24f549…
Retrieved: Jul 19, 2026

Normalized value: existing_academic_integrity_rules_apply_to_ai_misuse

Last checked: May 17, 2026
Last changed: May 17, 2026

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Evidence 1

Existing policies apply regardless of the tools used, meaning the use of AI in ways that violate course rules or misrepresent authorship can be investigated and adjudicated under the current Code.
Source: Artificial Intelligence and Academic Integrity at USC

Source language: English (en)
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Retrieved: May 17, 2026
Evidence locator: Introductory academic integrity guidance

Normalized value: faculty_syllabus_ai_expectations_and_documentation

Last checked: May 17, 2026
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Evidence 1

At a minimum, faculty must convey in their course syllabi what is allowed or prohibited, as well as any responsibilities students have for documenting their AI use.
Source: Guiding Principles for AI Use in Teaching

Source language: English (en)
Snapshot hash: 515e34f7…
Retrieved: May 17, 2026
Evidence locator: Principle 2, Communicate clear expectations for AI use in your courses

Normalized value: usc_chatgpt_edu_conversations_files_not_used_for_external_model_training

Last checked: May 17, 2026
Last changed: May 17, 2026

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Conversations and files stay private within USC's secure system-nothing you share is used to train external AI models.
Source: Students - Division of Information Technology

Source language: English (en)
Snapshot hash: 5aa21d3a…
Retrieved: May 17, 2026
Evidence locator: Highlighted Feature: Study Mode, Protected Data

Normalized value: students_ask_instructor_before_ai_homework_use

Last checked: May 17, 2026
Last changed: May 17, 2026

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Ask your course instructor. When you ask, be sure to explain exactly how you plan to use the platform. The professor may restrict the use of artificial intelligence services.
Source: Artificial Intelligence and Academic Integrity at USC

Source language: English (en)
Snapshot hash: cfbf54f6…
Retrieved: May 17, 2026
Evidence locator: FAQ on AI bots and homework

Normalized value: third_party_ai_bots_security_risk_and_technical_review_board_review

Last checked: May 17, 2026
Last changed: May 17, 2026

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Unauthorized third-party AI bots compromise the security of USC's network. All proposed software, including add-ins or add-on apps, should be reviewed and approved by the Technical Review Board after following the IT Purchasing process.
Source: Update about Third Party Apps in USC Tenant

Source language: English (en)
Snapshot hash: 997b7160…
Retrieved: May 17, 2026
Evidence locator: Beware of AI bots advisory

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Artificial Intelligence and Academic Integrity at USC

sc.edu

Source URL: https://sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/student_conduct_and_academic_integrity/academic_integrity/artificial_intelligence/
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Faculty - Division of Information Technology | University of South Carolina

sc.edu

Source URL: https://sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/division_of_information_technology/ai/faculty/
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Guiding Principles for AI Use in Teaching

sc.edu

Source URL: https://sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/cte/teaching_resources/generative_ai/genai_teaching_guidelines/
Snapshot hash: 515e34f7…

Students - Division of Information Technology

sc.edu

Source URL: https://sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/division_of_information_technology/ai/students/
Snapshot hash: 5aa21d3a…

Update about Third Party Apps in USC Tenant

sc.edu

Source URL: https://sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/division_of_information_technology/about_us/news/2025/update_about_third_party_apps_in_usc_tenant.php
Snapshot hash: 997b7160…

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Citation: University AI Policy Tracker. "University of South Carolina AI Policy Tracker record." Last checked July 19, 2026. https://eduaipolicy.org/universities/university-of-south-carolina

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Reviewed claims

ChatGPT through USC License is listed for University of South Carolina in an official university AI tools source. Derived availability: allowed. Derived endorsement type: institutionally licensed or procured.

Microsoft Copilot is listed for University of South Carolina in an official university AI tools source. Derived availability: allowed. Derived endorsement type: institutionally licensed or procured.