Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Conway, South Carolina |
| Online | coastal.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Conway, South Carolina, Coastal Carolina University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 15,481 prospective students applied, and 12,251 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,519 enrolled in the school. 9,095 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,378 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $11,460 plus fees of $180. Coastal Carolina is ranked 775 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Coastal Carolina is rated within the lower 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Coastal Carolina University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#775 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#290 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#13 in Best Colleges in South Carolina
#6 in Best Public Colleges in South Carolina
#43 in Best Value Colleges in South Carolina
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1030/1190 |
| ACT | 20/25 |
| GPA | 3.72 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jun 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $45 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
South Carolina Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,126 |
| Other Fees | $180 |
| Room and Board | $10,032 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,882 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,680 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,126 |
| Other Fees | $180 |
| Room and Board | $10,032 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,882 |
| Total One Year Cost | $42,434 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 30% |
| Biology | 11% |
| Education | 10% |
| Communication | 7% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=218724 IPEDS survey data for Coastal Carolina University.
Current students may use the Coastal Carolina University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.