PRINCIPLE
South Carolina landscape
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South Carolina

"Animis Opibusque Parati"

The Palmetto State's 7 representatives range from Trump defenders to Jim Clyburn, whose endorsement can make presidents. From Charleston's charm to the Upstate's boom, South Carolina balances its rebellious history with New South growth.

South
Columbia
Capital
5.2M
Population
8th State
Statehood
9
Electoral Votes

Voting & Civic Participation

Voter turnout trends, registration information, and voting access features

Voter Turnout

Overall Turnout 202462.1%

3.2% below national average

Youth Turnout (18-29)44.0%

5.0% below national average

Turnout Gap (Overall - Youth)18.1%

Fair - Notable gap

Voting Access Features

Early Voting
Mail-in Voting
Same-day Registration
Automatic Registration
Voter ID Required
Photo ID Requested (alternatives available)

Take Action

South Carolina offers online resources to help you participate in democracy.

Register to Vote
Online registration available

Civics Education Requirements

State-mandated civics courses, testing requirements, and education standards

B

Civics Education Standards

Strength Score: 37.5/100

Category: Moderate (0.5-1.0)

Civics Test

Required for graduation

Test Type
USCIS Citizenship Test
Implemented
2016

Course Requirements

U.S. Government

Credits Required
0.5 credits
Duration
1.5 semesters
Grade Levels
high school

Sources