S.C. Code Ann. § 59-123-10

The name of the Medical College of South Carolina is hereby changed to "The Medical University of South Carolina," it being the intent that this institution will limit its programs to those in the health area. It is further intended that any new programs undertaken by the institution will first be approved by the Commission on Higher Education and that no organizational changes in the operation and management of the institution shall be made as a result of the change in name.