Paid Clinical Trials in South Carolina

South Carolina has 1,226 paid clinical trials enrolling now across cities including Charleston, Greenville and Columbia. Search by condition, age, or phase to find compensated research studies accepting participants near you.

Research sites in South Carolina include Medical University of South Carolina, National Cancer Institute (NCI) and AstraZeneca, running studies across oncology, cardiology, neurology, and more. The most actively recruiting conditions are Obesity, Heart Failure, Stroke, Overweight — browse the full list or use the filters to match your diagnosis. Both patients and healthy volunteers may qualify. Most studies offer compensation for time and travel.

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1,112 clinical trials

Common conditions studied in South Carolina

  • Obesity (29 active studies)
  • Heart Failure (22 active studies)
  • Stroke (22 active studies)
  • Overweight (20 active studies)
  • Prostate Cancer (19 active studies)
  • Breast Cancer (14 active studies)

Leading research sponsors in South Carolina

  • Medical University of South Carolina
  • National Cancer Institute (NCI)
  • AstraZeneca
  • University of South Carolina
  • Eli Lilly and Company

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in South Carolina?

There are approximately 1,226 recruiting clinical trials in South Carolina listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in South Carolina pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in South Carolina compensate participants for their time, travel, and study visits. Compensation varies by sponsor, study phase, and visit requirements — the exact amount is disclosed by the study team during the informed consent process.

Who can participate in a clinical trial in South Carolina?

Eligibility depends on the specific study. Each trial defines its own inclusion criteria (age, diagnosis, medical history, prior treatments) and exclusion criteria. Both patients with specific conditions and healthy volunteers can qualify, depending on the study design.

What conditions are most commonly studied in South Carolina?

The most common conditions under active study in South Carolina include Obesity (29), Heart Failure (22), Stroke (22), Overweight (20), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in South Carolina?

Yes. Healthy-volunteer studies — often early-phase pharmacology or vaccine trials — recruit in South Carolina on an ongoing basis. Use the "Healthy volunteers only" filter above to view trials that accept participants without the study's target condition.

How do I enroll in a clinical trial in South Carolina?

Click any study title above to see the full study record, including eligibility criteria, visit schedule, and the study team's contact information. Reach out to the central contact or recruiting site directly — they will guide you through screening and informed consent.

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