University of South Carolina Columbia
Columbia, South CarolinaOverview
Student Population
34,795National Rank
#172| Location | Columbia, South Carolina |
| Online | sc.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Columbia, South Carolina, University of South Carolina Columbia is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 30,889 prospective students applied, and 19,480 were granted admission. Of those admitted 5,854 enrolled in the school. 31,270 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,525 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $12,218 plus fees of $400. UofSC is ranked 172 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Very High| SAT | 1190/1360 |
| ACT | 25/30 |
| GPA | 4.15 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Dec 1, 2019 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
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Annual Cost to Attend
In District Resident Tuition
$12,216| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,065 |
| Other Fees | $400 |
| Room and Board | $10,388 |
| Other Expenses Budget | $4,232 |
| Total One Year Cost | $28,301 |
South Carolina Resident Tuition
$12,218| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,065 |
| Other Fees | $400 |
| Room and Board | $10,388 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,232 |
| Total One Year Cost | $28,303 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$51,700 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
70% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 35% |
| Biology | 8% |
| Social Sciences | 8% |
| Communication | 7% |
| Psychology | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=218663 IPEDS survey data for University of South Carolina Columbia.
