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Presbyterian College

Clinton, South Carolina

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Overview

Enrollment

1,199
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Location Clinton, South Carolina
Online presby.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Distant Town
Religious Affiliation Presbyterian Church (USA)
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Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Presbyterian College, located in Clinton, South Carolina, is a private liberal arts institution established in 1880 with a history rooted in the Presbyterian tradition. Situated approximately 40 miles from Greenville, the campus features a mix of Gothic and Georgian architectural styles and offers a variety of on-campus housing options for students. The academic profile of Presbyterian College is characterized by a broad array of undergraduate programs, with notable emphasis on health-related fields and pre-professional tracks. Its adherence to liberal arts education is supported by a selective admissions process. The college's Blue Hose athletic teams are a visible presence within the NCAA Division I Big South Conference, notably in sports such as football and basketball, where they have achieved recognition.

In the most recent statistical year 3,329 prospective students applied, and 1,977 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 272 enrolled in the school.  1,130 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 69 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $38,990 plus fees of $2,910. PC is ranked 333 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

Ratings

7/10

Overall

7/10

Academics

8/10

Resources

6/10

Outcomes

10/10

Value

PC is rated within the top 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Average
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SAT 1020/1270
ACT 21/27
GPA 3.6

Applications Accepted

59.4% 
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Applications Due Sep 21, 2023
Applicant Competition Average
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$38,990
Costs for Presbyterian College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,500
Other Fees$2,910
Room and Board $11,300
Budget for Other Expenses$2,760
Total One Year Cost$57,460

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$47,700 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

68% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Presbyterian College students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 26%
History 16%
Biology 12%
Social Sciences 12%
English and Literature 8%

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