CarolinaLIFE Application Dates (Opening to Closing Dates)
2026-06-01 08:00 - 2026-06-18 17:00 (America/New_York) | Columbia, SC, 316 S Beltline Blvd, Columbia, SC, 29205, United States
CarolinaLIFE applications open on June 1, 2026 and close January 27, 2027.
Click the link below to access the application link: https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/education/study/carolinalife/apply.php

WinthropLIFE 2026-27 Application
2025-10-01 08:00 - 2026-01-15 17:00 | SC
Apply here: https://apply.winthrop.edu/apply/?sr=6628ae5f-f28b-4212-84c6-3d047351a46f
Admissions Criteria

A documented intellectual disability with IQ between 45-75
Age 18-25 at the time of admission
Motivated to learn and benefit from participation in the WinthropLIFE Program
Does not display significant maladaptive behaviors that would require extensive behavioral support from others
Must be able to transverse the university campus with minimal adult supervision
Demonstrates communication skills adequate to interact on the WU campus
Demonstrates socially acceptable behavior that allows a favorable experience on the WU campus
Expresses interest in living and working as independently as possible in their community after completing the WinthropLIFE program
Transportation to and from campus is the responsibility of the participant and his/her caregivers

CoastalLIFE 2026-27 Application
2025-08-01 08:00 - 2026-02-01 17:00 | SC
Admissions Criteria
Be at least 18 years old and have completed high school (Students with a high school diploma are eligible to apply, however, a high school diploma is not a requirement.)

Have a documented intellectual disability (Full Scale IQ Below 70)*
Maintain adult rights
Demonstrate a desire to attend CoastalLIFE:

Adhere to the policies and procedures of Coastal Carolina University as well as the CoastalLIFE Standards and Practices.
Live independently.
Obtain meaningful employment.

Undertake activities of daily living without direct supervision (e.g., personal hygiene, self-administering medication, basic first aid and safety needs, etc.)
Navigate campus independently (cross roads independently, ask for assistance when needed, communicate needs effectively)

CharlestonLIFE 2026-27 Application
2025-08-01 08:00 - 2025-12-15 17:00 | SC
Application opens August 1. Regular Decision due December 15th. Early Decision due November 1st (binding).
CHARLESTON LIFE™ APPLICATION

Ready to join us? Here’s how to apply:

Start by completing your application through the College’s portal.
If you are new to the program or College, simply create an account to get started.
Make sure to select the CharlestonLIFE™ application from the available options.
You’ll know your application is successfully submitted when you see 100% on the screen.

After that, just submit the additional required materials. We’re excited to receive and review your application!
If you require a paper application, we’re happy to help! Just email us at charlestonlife@charleston.edu, and we’ll send one your way.
Reapplying? Just use the same login credentials from your previous application. Can’t log back in? No worries! Email us at charlestonlife@charleston.edu, and we’ll reset your account. Remember, you’ll need to create a new application for the current admissions cycle. We’re here to help you every step of the way!

All applicants are required to submit the $60 application fee.

CarolinaLIFE 2026-27 Application
2025-08-01 08:00 - 2025-09-19 17:00 | SC
Admissions Process
CarolinaLIFE is a non-degree certificate program. Transfer credits from other colleges or postsecondary programs do not apply. The application for the 2026 -2027 CarolinaLIFE cohort will open on August 1, 2025. It is to your advantage to plan ahead and apply early, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis (for details on this review process, see bulleted list below). Applications with missing items, or those submitted after October 17, may not be considered. After submitting the required documentation, candidates will be invited to participate in a 1:1 virtual interview with a CarolinaLIFE staff member. Based on committee review, final candidates will be invited to an on-campus interview. Admission to CarolinaLIFE is selective. Meeting basic requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.

Applications Open: August 1, 2025
Early Action Application Deadline: September 19, 2025

Early Action Zoom Interviews: August 18 – September 23, 2025
Early Action On-campus Interview Invitations Sent: September 26, 2025
Early Action On-campus Interviews: October 10, 2025
Early Action Admissions Decision: October 20, 2025

USC AikenLIFE 2026-27 Application
2025-07-01 08:00 - 2025-11-15 17:00 | SC
The Process
Online application is NOW OPEN. Applications are due November 15, 2025.
There are several requirements to apply for USCA LIFE.
As part of the online application, you will submit the following information:

Academic and employment history
Please provide the names and contact information for three references. The references must have known the student for at least one (1) year and should represent at least three of the following: education, employment, community involvement, or personal. Family members should not complete the reference forms.
Personal support inventory completed by parent/guardian
Student questionnaire
Release & Exchange of Information form

You will also upload the following documents in the Application Portal.

Student’s most recent psychological evaluation (must list diagnosis and have information about intellectual functioning and adaptive skills)
Student’s most recent IEP
Student’s academic transcript (if applicable)

You will also be asked to pay the $45 application fee.

ClemsonLIFE 2026-27 Application (Traditional Program)
2025-06-03 08:00 - 2025-12-01 17:00 | SC
Application Process

We recommend prospective students and families attend a program open house. This one-day program will allow students and families to determine if the ClemsonLIFE program will be a good fit.
Complete the online application.
Select payment portal tab and pay application fee.
Eligible applicants may be invited to attend an on-campus interview during the months of January and February. Decisions are released in March.
The application for 2025-2026 ClemsonLIFE Traditional Program is closed.
The application for 2026-2027 ClemsonLIFE Traditional Program Application opens on June 1, 2025, and will close December 1, 2025.

ClemsonLIFE 2026-27 Application (Hospitality Certificate Program)
2025-06-01 08:00 - 2025-09-15 17:00 | SC
Application Process

We recommend prospective students and families attend a program open house. This one-day program will allow students and families to determine if the ClemsonLIFE HCP program will be a good fit.
Complete the online application.
Select payment portal tab and pay application fee.
Eligible applicants may be invited to attend an on-campus interview during the months of September and October. Decisions are made in November.
The 2025-2026 ClemsonLIFE Hospitality Certificate Program Application for admission is closed.
The application for 2026-2027 ClemsonLIFE Hospitality Certificate Program Application opens on June 1, 2025, and will close September 15, 2025.
