Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Greenwood, South Carolina |
| Online | lander.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Lander University is a public institution located in Greenwood, South Carolina, approximately 60 miles west of Columbia and 50 miles south of Greenville. The 128-acre campus combines modern academic facilities with traditional brick architecture, centered around a landscaped plaza. Founded in 1872 as a women's college by Methodist minister Samuel Lander, the institution became a state-supported college in 1973. Lander is recognized for its nursing, business, and education programs, while also maintaining strong offerings in visual arts and exercise science. The university requires freshmen to live on campus in one of its six residence halls, and competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Bearcats, participating in the Peach Belt Conference.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Lander University is rated within the lower 26% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 3 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Lander University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#984 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#407 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#23 in Best Colleges in South Carolina
#11 in Best Public Colleges in South Carolina
#27 in Best Value Colleges in South Carolina
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 960/1160 |
| ACT | 17/24 |
| GPA | 3.66 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
South Carolina Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,000 |
| Room and Board | $10,700 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,470 |
| Total One Year Cost | $28,070 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,000 |
| Room and Board | $10,700 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,470 |
| Total One Year Cost | $37,670 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 23% |
| Education | 16% |
| Health Professions | 11% |
| Social Sciences | 10% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=218229 IPEDS survey data for Lander University.
Current students may use the Lander University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025