The laws and regulations of the State of South Carolina governing the licensing of private postsecondary institutions to confer degrees are presented. The institutions covered by these laws and regulations include specialized trade schools, vocational and technical institutions, junior and community colleges, senior colleges, universities, graduate and professional schools, and advanced institutes of various sorts. The text of the authorization governing the licensing of these institutions is presented, followed by the applicable regulations, covering: definitions, accreditation or approval for teacher certification, licenses, effect of licensure on state desegregation plan, minimum standards for licensure, purpose, organization and administration, educational program, financial resources, faculty, library, student services, facilities, special activities, graduate program, procedure for implementation, revocation of licensure, procedures for handling consumer complaints, and enforcement. Three appendices provide sample statements for institutions operating under a temporary license, a provisional license, and a regular license. (KM)