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University of South Carolina-Columbia

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Columbia, SC
City
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Estimated Net Cost
Average for college across all majors
 

(per year)
$27k

Estimated Post Grad Salary
Average for college across all majors
 

(per year)
$53k

Return on Education

(post 4-year graduation)
Excellent
The University of South Carolina-Columbia, founded in 1801, is a public university located in Columbia, South Carolina. Known for its strong academic programs in business, law, and international relations, the university has a reputable athletics program that includes winning multiple national championships in various sports. The campus features the historic Horseshoe, a beautiful green space lined with historic buildings.

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      Tuition and Costs

      Most Recent Tuition Costs

      Understanding Tuition Costs at University of South Carolina-Columbia: Navigating college expenses doesn't have to be complicated. Our comprehensive guide to tuition, fees, and other associated costs breaks down everything you need to know about financing your education at University of South Carolina-Columbia. Find out how we make higher education affordable and what financial options are available to you.

      Yearly4 years
      Tuition and Fees
      Average Tuition, including fees before grants and scholarships.
       
      $12,688$50,752
      Room and Board
      This is the average, based on staying on-campus
       
      $12,558$50,232
      Books and Supplies
      The expenditure on books and supplies for an average student at University of South Carolina-Columbia
       
      $1,226$4,904
      Other expenses
      The amount of money (estimated by the financial aid office at University of South Carolina-Columbia) needed by a student to cover expenses such as laundry, transportation, entertainment, and furnishings.
       
      $5,505$22,020
      Sticker Price$31,977$127,908

      Historical Tuition Costs

      Based on historical data, in-state tuition is expected to rise by approximately $403 per year over the next three years, reaching $14,457 in 2024, and $14,859 in 2025, and $15,262 in 2026.

      Return On Education

      Investing in higher education is a pivotal step towards future prosperity. It's essential to weigh the upfront costs against the potential for increased lifetime earnings and career opportunities. Our ROEdu score aims to help you understand tuition, living expenses, and financial aid, alongside the long-term benefits of earning a degree. By making informed decisions about where and what you study, you can maximize the return on your educational investment, turning the cost of your degree into a foundation for future success and financial security.

      RoEDU
      No Data
      University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis stands in the premier league, positioned within the top institutions for return on education, delivering unparalleled value and setting its graduates on a path to remarkable success.

      Admissions

      University of South Carolina-Columbia admissions is somewhat selective with an acceptance rate of 64%. Typically, admitted students score between 1180-1380 on the SAT or 27-32 on the ACT. The application deadline can be found the the institutions website.

      64%Admission Rate
      78%Graduation Rate

      Admissions Requirements

      SAT Range
      1180 - 1380
      ACT Range27 - 32
      High School GPA

      N/A

      Key dates

      Application DeadlineSee college website
      Early Decision DateSee college website
      Early Action DateSee college website

      Majors & Degrees

      Sciences⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      PathologyN/A$0k
      GerontologyN/A$0k
      EconomicsN/A$0k
      GeologyN/A$0k
      PsychologyN/A$0k
      Social SciencesN/A$0k
      Engineering⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      AerospaceN/A$0k
      Chemical EngineeringN/A$0k
      Civil EngineeringN/A$0k
      Computer EngineeringN/A$0k
      Electrical EngineeringN/A$0k
      Mechanical EngineeringN/A$0k
      Nuclear EngineeringN/A$0k
      Systems EngineeringN/A$0k
      History⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Museum StudiesN/A$0k
      Political ScienceN/A$0k
      CartographyN/A$0k
      Linguistics⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      GermanN/A$0k
      Romance Languages, Literatures & LinguisticsN/A$0k
      Education⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Education AdministrationN/A$63k
      Educational DesignN/A$0k
      Education AssessmentN/A$0k
      Special EducationN/A$48k
      TeachingN/A$46k
      Physical EducationN/A$54k
      Social Work⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Student CounselingN/A$50k
      Health⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Adminstrative ServicesN/A$77k
      RehabilitationN/A$0k
      Medical IllustrationN/A$0k
      Biology⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      BiomathematicsN/A$0k
      EcologyN/A$0k
      Mathematics⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Applied MathematicsN/A$0k
      StatisticsN/A$0k
      Physics⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Physical SceincesN/A$0k
      Medical⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Mental HealthN/A$0k
      PharmacyN/A$0k
      Registered Nursing (RN)N/A$140k
      Business⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Human Resource ManagementN/A$112k
      International BusinessN/A$110k
      MarketingN/A$0k
      Management⌄
      ProgramGraduatesEst. Median Earnings
      Management Information Systems (MIS)N/A$0k

      Student Life

      Key information regarding University of South Carolina-Columbia's total enrollment and faculty.

      Student Breakdown

      Total Enrollment7,319
      Full-time Students7,311
      Part-time Students8

      Faculty

      Faculty-Student Ratio:18:1
      Full-Time FacultyN/A
      Part-Time FacultyN/A

      Reviews and Ratings

      For complete transparency we combine scores from across the web to give you a true picture of what students think about University of South Carolina-Columbia. Additionally, we have our own score which can be used alongside these external sources.

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