University Senior College At Adelaide University Incorporated

University Senior College At Adelaide University Incorporated (ABN: 79837939148RR0001) is a nonprofit educational organisation affiliated with the University of Adelaide, located in South Australia. It operates the University Senior College (USC), an independent coeducational senior secondary school situated on the University of Adelaide’s city campus in Adelaide.

History and Purpose

Established in 2002, University Senior College was founded to deliver senior secondary education (Years 10 to 12) specifically tailored to prepare students for tertiary studies. The college was designed to help students transition smoothly from high school to university by providing an academic environment closely integrated with a major university campus[1].

Educational Model and Relationship with the University of Adelaide

USC benefits from its close association with the University of Adelaide, sharing campus facilities including the library, drama theatre, and cafeteria. This proximity encourages a university-style adult learning environment, with no compulsory school uniform and access to university resources[1][2].

The college emphasises academic excellence and readiness for university life. It has distinguished itself as one of South Australia’s leading feeder schools, with more than 90% of its graduates receiving offers for their first-choice university courses, predominantly at the University of Adelaide[1].

Student Body and Staff

USC caters to a diverse student population including local students from the Adelaide metropolitan area and international students from around the world. It maintains a relatively small community with approximately 430 students and a faculty of around 45 teaching staff, allowing for personalized attention and support for student learning[1].

Governance and Nonprofit Status

As a nonprofit organisation, University Senior College At Adelaide University Incorporated operates under the Australian Business Number (ABN) 79837939148RR0001. The organisation focuses on delivering secondary education with a nonprofit mandate, supporting the academic advancement of students in alignment with the educational goals of the University of Adelaide[1].

This nonprofit entity exemplifies a successful model of integrated secondary and tertiary education, leveraging university resources to prepare senior secondary students for academic and professional success.

[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_Senior_College [2] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Adelaide [3] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Education_in_Adelaide [4] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eynesbury_Senior_College [5] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adelaide_University