University of South Carolina-Columbia

Columbia, SC · Public · 4-year

University of South Carolina-Columbia is a public 4-year institution located in Columbia, SC. It has a 61.5% acceptance rate, with a median SAT score of 1360 and median ACT of 32. The average net price is $22,811. University of South Carolina-Columbia is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

Admissions Statistics

Acceptance Rate

61.5%

46,682 applicants

SAT Median

1360

Combined score

ACT Median

32

Composite score

Avg Net Price

$22,811

After financial aid

Student Outcomes

Graduation Rate

78.3%

Retention Rate

92.2%

Median Earnings (10yr)

$62,177

Student Body

29,820

Net Price by Family Income

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships at University of South Carolina-Columbia:

Family IncomeAvg Net Price/Year
$0 – $30,000$12,634
$30,001 – $48,000$14,953
$48,001 – $75,000$19,859
$75,001 – $110,000$24,478
$110,000+$28,125

Top Majors at University of South Carolina-Columbia

MajorDegrees Awarded
Business, Management & Marketing1,539
Health Professions748
Biological & Biomedical Sciences653
Engineering369
Psychology369
Communication & Journalism356
Social Sciences353
Parks, Recreation & Fitness248
Computer & Information Sciences236
Homeland Security & Criminal Justice202

Financial Aid at University of South Carolina-Columbia

About University of South Carolina-Columbia

Official website: https://www.sc.edu/

Admissions: https://www.sc.edu/admissions/

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