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Coker University

#478 in Colleges with the Best Professors in America
  • 4 Year
  • Hartsville, SC
  • 270 reviews
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    B-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B-
    2. Value
      B-
    3. Diversity
      B+
    4. Campus
      C+
    5. Athletics
      B
    6. Party Scene
      C+
    7. Professors
      B+
    8. Location
      C
    9. Dorms
      B-
    10. Campus Food
      C
    11. Student Life
      C+
    12. Safety
      C+
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    Coker is a private university located in Hartsville, South Carolina. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 909 undergraduate students. Admissions is somewhat competitive as the Coker acceptance rate is 62%. Popular majors include Business, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, and Psychology. Graduating 47% of students, Coker alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $27,300.
    About Coker University...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division II (without football)
    Athletic Conference
    South Atlantic Conference
    Address
    300 East College Avenue
    Hartsville, SC 29550
    Website
    coker.edu

    Coker University Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    62%
    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    SAT Range
    920-1100
    ACT Range
    17-21
    Application Fee
    $0
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
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    Cost

    Net Price
    $16,464/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $21,496/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    99%

    Academics

    Professors
    B+
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    13:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
    79%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.14 responses
    79%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.14 responses
    64%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.14 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Business
      58 Graduates
    • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
      22 Graduates
    • Psychology
      20 Graduates
    • Sociology
      20 Graduates
    • Criminology
      19 Graduates
    • Social Work and Youth Services
      14 Graduates
    • Communications
      13 Graduates
    • Biology
      9 Graduates
    • Sport and Fitness Management
      9 Graduates
    • Elementary Education
      8 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    909Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    114
    Undergrads Over 25
    19%
    Pell Grant
    56%
    Varsity Athletes
    40%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 10 responses
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    • Social and Studious
      50%
    • Social, but stays within cliques
      30%
    • Studious
      20%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    90%
    Poll
    84%
    of students say they don't have Greek life.19 responses
    Poll
    61%
    of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.33 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 10 responses
    Report
    • Community
      50%
    • Excelent
      40%
    • Determined
      10%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $32,800/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    47%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    90%
    National
    83%
    64%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.11 responses
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    Coker University Reviews

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    I am an incoming freshman at Coker College. I have only participated in summer courses and activities at this point. However, I think the college is awesome! I like the small town location as its more family feel style. I cannot wait to move into my dorm next month and start the next chapter of my life. I am very excited about these steps and hope to continue my educational experience as well as my athletic career there over the next four years.
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    So far college here has had many ups and downs. The campus is pretty and well kept, and it is very close-knit. The problems around here would be the food, diversity, and the area surrounding campus. Food is terrible. You can really only eat from the Cafeteria as a student. It gets very repetitive and most times, unappetizing. There is limited on campus food options such as the Wow Cafe, or the Coffee place, outside of the campus there is fast food options. Diversity around here is limited, this is an athletic school with many of the students being athletes. It makes it hard for a student outside of the sport scene to find their area. No greek life and not many student organizations. The downtown area is consisted of some restaurants and small shops. Only one street has this on it. If you want something more you would have to go to Florence (30 min), Columbia (1hr 30min) or Myrtle Beach (2hr). Which will not help if a student does not have a car.
    As a freshman pursuing a BFA at Coker College, something I enjoyed the most was how friendly everyone was. There was a sense of unity and excitement that I think is crucial to embracing the college experience. In just a short amount of time I have already excelled in academics and have taken several learning opportunities in and outside of the classroom. Coker is a great place to challenge yourself to fully explore your passions and expand your knowledge!