Overview
Student Population
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Columbia, South Carolina |
| Online | sc.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
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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 31,268 prospective students applied, and 21,464 were granted admission. Of those admitted 6,286 enrolled in the school. 31,270 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,525 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2019/2020, excluding room and board, is $12,288 plus fees of $400. UofSC is ranked 205 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
UofSC is rated within the top 31% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for University of South Carolina Columbia within the 2021 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#205 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#53 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Colleges in South Carolina
#2 in Best Public Colleges in South Carolina
#485 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#7 in Best Value Colleges in South Carolina
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1180/1370 |
| ACT | 25/31 |
| GPA | 4.15 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Dec 1, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $65 |
Annual Cost to Attend
South Carolina Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,085 |
| Other Fees | $400 |
| Room and Board | $10,670 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,386 |
| Total One Year Cost | $28,829 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,085 |
| Other Fees | $400 |
| Room and Board | $10,670 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,386 |
| Total One Year Cost | $50,069 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular 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.
Current students may use the University of South Carolina Columbia GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.