Resources
Find information about living Off-Campus and browse through our collection of resources.
Before You Sign a Lease
- Budget Worksheet
- Inventory Checklist
- Legal Rights of Tenants and Landlords in South Carolina
- Renters and Property Insurance
- Roommate Considerations / Questions to Ask Potential Roommate
- Roommates and Joint Liability
- Things to Keep in Mind / Questions to ask Landlords while Apartment Hunting
- Utilities and Local Resources
Parking / Transportation / Bicycle Use
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CARTA Express Bus (Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority)
Ride to/from MUSC for FREE on all CARTA Express Bus Routes with your MUSC ID badge! The Downtown Area Shuttle (DASH) is also free to all Charleston residents and visitors.
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Bicycle Use & Registration
For identification purposes, all bicycles should have a City of Charleston registration. Bring your bike to the MUSC Public Safety Office to register for just $1.00!
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Downtown Charleston - Residential Parking
If you live/rent in downtown Charleston in one of the Peninsula Parking Districts, you may obtain a Residential Parking Decal for a very minimal cost (approximately $15/year).
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Downtown Charleston – Map of Residential Parking Districts
You can view this map to see if your rental property is located in the Peninsula Parking District.
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Holy Spokes (Charleston Bike Share)
MUSC students and employees receive discounted pricing - free 60 minutes of ride time per day!
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Lowcountry Go
Connecting real people with commuter solutions such as Carpool/Vanpool, Public Transit, Biking/Walking, Schoolpool, Emergency Ride Home, and other programs.
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MUSC Shuttle Bus Schedule
Find Shuttle Bus Schedules for Ashley River Tower (ART), Hagood Parking Lot, and Jonathan Lucas Street.
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MUSC Shuttle Bus Tracker
Live Tracker (Ride Systems GPS) - See where the MUSC Shuttle Buses are and a projected arrival time.
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MUSC Student Parking
Find information and rates regarding on-campus and off-campus parking while at MUSC.
Student Safety
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Campus Emergency Notification System (MUSC Alert)
Register to receive text, voice and email alerts (used only in case of an emergency) and stay informed should an emergency occur on or near our facilities.
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Emergency Preparedness & Plans
Find up-to-date information here such as Emergency Numbers and Tropical Weather Outlooks. Also, click on the "Emergency Preparedness & Plans" tab for additional information regarding Flooding, Active Shooter, and Personal Preparedness Resources.
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Federal Trade Commission
Protecting consumers regarding internet fraud and safety, identity theft, watching out for scams, privacy/data security and much more.
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Internet Crime/Fraud Complaint Center
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Lost your MUSC ID badge?
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MUSC Public Safety
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Reporting & Crime Statistics
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Walking Alone at Night (MUSC Public Safety Escort)
MUSC’s Public Safety Office provides personal safety escorts on campus 24/7.
Charleston Area Resources
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Airport Information
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Berkeley County
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Charleston Community Guide
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Charleston County
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Charleston County Parks & Recreation
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City of Charleston Information
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Discover South Carolina
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Dorchester County
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Map - Downtown Charleston
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Map - Greater Charleston Area
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Map - MUSC Campus
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Official Charleston Area Visitor Center (Dining / Events / Things to See and Do)
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Town / City Websites in the Greater Charleston Area
MUSC Student Support Services
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Office of Student Programs and Student Diversity
Home to Off-Campus Housing, MUSC Gives Back (volunteer opportunities), MUSC Student Government Association, Student Handbook, Student Diversity and Student Communications.
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Center for Academic Excellence (CAE)
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Center for Global Health (Services for International Students)
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Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (including disability services)
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Enrollment Management
Information on Admissions, Student Financial Aid, and Registrar/Records.
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Interprofessional Initiatives
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MUSC Libraries (Library and Technology Services)
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Pregnant and Parenting Students
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Student Health Services
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Title IX Resources
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University Honor Code
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Wellness Center
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Writing Center