Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Aiken, South Carolina |
| Online | usca.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Aiken, South Carolina, University of South Carolina Aiken is a small four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 1,808 prospective students applied, and 1,510 were granted admission. Of those admitted 526 enrolled in the school. 2,860 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,009 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $10,398 plus fees of $362. USC Aiken is ranked 870 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
USC Aiken is rated within the lower 32% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of South Carolina Aiken within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#870 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#360 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#17 in Best Colleges in South Carolina
#8 in Best Public Colleges in South Carolina
#36 in Best Value Colleges in South Carolina
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 960/1170 |
| ACT | 16/23 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.19 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jun 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $45 |
Annual Cost to Attend
South Carolina Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 |
| Other Fees | $362 |
| Room and Board | $8,202 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,835 |
| Total One Year Cost | $23,037 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 |
| Other Fees | $362 |
| Room and Board | $8,202 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,835 |
| Total One Year Cost | $33,495 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 25% |
| Education | 14% |
| Health Professions | 12% |
| Social Sciences | 9% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 9% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=218645 IPEDS survey data for University of South Carolina Aiken.
Current students may use the University of South Carolina Aiken GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.