- 4 Year
- CHARLESTON, SC
College of Charleston
- grade B+Overall Grade
- 4 Year
- CHARLESTON, SC
- Rating 3.68 out of 5 2,172 reviews
COVID-19 Update for Prospective Students and Families:
Due to the fluid nature of the COVID-19 pandemic, our website will be updated regularly as the College adjusts to evolving conditions and to updated guidance from local, state and federal authorities, which may include Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) and others. Learn More
Report Card
- Academicsgrade B+
- Valuegrade B
- Diversitygrade B+
- Campusgrade A minus
- Athleticsgrade B+
- Party Scenegrade A+
- Professorsgrade B+
- Locationgrade A+
- Dormsgrade C+
- Campus Foodgrade B minus
- Student Lifegrade A
- Safetygrade C+
About
Located in historic Charleston, South Carolina, the College of Charleston is a nationally recognized public university. Founded in 1770, the College is among the nation’s top universities for quality education, student life and affordability. The beautiful, historic campus, combined with contemporary facilities and cutting-edge programs, attracts students from across the U.S. and around the world. Our 10,000 undergraduate students enjoy a small-college feel blended with the advantages of a mid-sized university. They work with exceptional professors, who love to teach and are focused on student growth. The city of Charleston – renowned for its history, architecture, culture and coastal environment – serves as a living/learning laboratory for experiences in business, science, technology, teaching, the humanities, languages and the arts. Please explore our website to learn about everything we have to offer. Or come see for yourself – schedule a visit today!
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
HONORS COLLEGE Information Session
Craig Hall, 65 George Street, Charleston, SC 29424
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Honors College information sessions introduce prospective students to CofC Honors, including benefits, alumni outcomes, scholarship opportunities and the application process. We recommend that students schedule a campus tour prior to their Honors College information session. This is a recurring event every Friday at 2:00pm ET. Please check our Events Calendar for other dates as well as virtual session options.
HONORS COLLEGE VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSION
This is a virtual event.
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Join the Honors College Admissions team virtually to learn more about the College of Charleston Honors College, including benefits, alumni outcomes, scholarship opportunities, and the application process. Please check our Events Calendar for additional dates as well as in-person options!
CAMPUS TOUR - See CofC.edu/visit for more dates/times!
65 George Street, Charleston, SC 29424
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During your campus tour of the most historic college in South Carolina you'll get the chance to see our state of the art facilities, find out when our students wear all white, and discover where to catch a movie crew filming on campus.
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Most Popular Majors
- Business230 Graduates
- Biology167 Graduates
- Psychology157 Graduates
- Communications151 Graduates
- Public Health Education137 Graduates
- Exercise Physiology110 Graduates
- Political Science and Government102 Graduates
- Marketing83 Graduates
- Fine and Studio Arts Management78 Graduates
- Finance72 Graduates
HONORS COLLEGE
The Honors College expands on partnerships between faculty & student by creating a vibrant living-learning community. Motivated students pursue their unique interests – study abroad, internships, research and service projects at home and globally. Students take one-third of their classes through the Honors College – courses that are small, seminar style, and led by preeminent faculty members.