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About Dawson Bulldog Stadium
Welcome to Dawson Bulldog Stadium, officially the Oliver C. Dawson Stadium, a multi-purpose venue on the campus of a historic university in Orangeburg, South Carolina. With a capacity of 22,000, it serves as the home field for football and soccer, and the playing surface is officially named Willie Jeffries Field. Whether you’re catching a SC State football game, a MEAC matchup, or a campus soccer clash, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan your trip.
Below you’ll find essential information on seating configurations, parking, transit options, and nearby lodging and dining — with trusted affiliate recommendations to make your visit smooth and enjoyable.
Note: Seating is primarily sideline grandstands with general-admission characteristics that may vary by event. For game-day access, gates and campus routes open per the university’s schedule. Plan ahead for parking—on-campus spots are available, with limited paid lots and season-ticket options. Local transit options include the campus loop/shuttle and the Cross County Connection service to campus entrances. When you stay in Orangeburg, you’ll be close to Quality Inn & Suites Orangeburg and other lodging options within a short drive, plus a selection of nearby restaurants highlighted by our affiliate partners. If you’re visiting for a notable event such as the SC State football schedule or the 2025 HBCU National Championship celebration on campus, we’ll help you secure your seats and navigate the venue like a local.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Official name: Oliver C. Dawson Stadium; commonly referred to as Dawson Bulldog Stadium.
- Location/address: 300 College Ave (300 College Street), Orangeburg, SC 29117.
- Capacity: 22,000 seats.
- Venue type: Multi-purpose stadium on a university campus; hosts football and soccer; field named Willie Jeffries Field.
- Seating/chart: Sideline grandstands with a largely general-admission setup; some sections and seating configurations vary by event.
- Parking: On-campus parking available; general parking; limited paid lots; season-ticket passes exist; typical pricing and gate access outlined by the university and ticket vendors.
- Transit: Campus loop/shuttle options and Orangeburg-area transit (Cross County Connection) serving campus entrances; campus access gates indicated for game day.
- Nearby hotels: Quality Inn & Suites Orangeburg and other lodging options within a short drive of the campus.
- Notable events hosted: Opened in 1955 as State College Stadium; hosted SC High School League Class 1A state football championships (2006–2009); hosts SC State football (MEAC) and soccer; Willie Jeffries Field is the field name; 2025 SC State HBCU National Championship celebration/parade held on campus.