University of South Carolina
- 4 Year
- COLUMBIA, SC
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University of South Carolina
- 4 Year
- COLUMBIA, SC
- Rating 3.86 out of 5 4,549 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A
- Valuegrade B+
- Diversitygrade A minus
- Campusgrade A
- Athleticsgrade A+
- Party Scenegrade A+
- Professorsgrade A
- Locationgrade B+
- Dormsgrade B+
- Campus Foodgrade A
- Student Lifegrade A+
- Safetygrade B minus
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Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FBS
Athletic Conference
Southeastern Conference
Branch Campuses
Branch Campuses of University of South Carolina
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- grade B+
University of South Carolina - Lancaster
- 2 Year
- LANCASTER, SC
- Rating 4.03 out of 5 185 reviews
- grade B+
University of South Carolina - Sumter
- 2 Year
- SUMTER, SC
- Rating 4.17 out of 5 84 reviews
- grade B
University of South Carolina - Upstate
- 4 Year
- SPARTANBURG, SC
- Rating 3.65 out of 5 1,022 reviews
- grade B minus
University of South Carolina - Salkehatchie
- 2 Year
- ALLENDALE, SC
- Rating 3.94 out of 5 105 reviews
- grade C+
University of South Carolina Beaufort
- 4 Year
- BLUFFTON, SC
- Rating 3.61 out of 5 489 reviews
- grade C+
University of South Carolina - Union
- 2 Year
- UNION, SC
- Rating 4.15 out of 5 20 reviews
University of South Carolina Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
SC Admissions
Acceptance Rate
62%
Application Deadline
December 1
SAT Range
1150-1360
ACT Range
26-31
Application Fee
$65
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
Yes
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Cost
Net Price
$21,898 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$7,055 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
95%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade A
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
14:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
72%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 214 responses53%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 257 responses65%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 256 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Finance553 Graduates
- Public Health493 Graduates
- Research and Experimental Psychology338 Graduates
- Marketing335 Graduates
- Biology279 Graduates
- Nursing255 Graduates
- Exercise Physiology240 Graduates
- Business222 Graduates
- Sport and Fitness Management220 Graduates
- Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration216 Graduates
Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
1
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
1
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
25,634 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
1,230
Undergrads Over 25
3%
Pell Grant
19%
Varsity Athletes
2%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available
Poll
50%
of students say that Greek life is pretty big. 325 responsesPoll
58%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life. 392 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$44,900 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
78%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
95%
National
83%89%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 140 responsesSimilar Colleges
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University of South Carolina Reviews
Rating 3.86 out of 5 4,549 reviews
The university of South Carolina is very diverse. The professors are very genuine and passionate about what the teach. The campus is in the heart of South Carolina, Columbia. It gives you the mix of city life in a more southern area. The students are very kind and love to have fun. The athletic teams here work very hard and continue to improve each and every season. The campus has tons of options for affordable housing. I personally find the 650 Lincoln the best. The campus has many food options, from home-cooked food, to establishments such as Chick-fil-a, jersey mikes, Starbucks, and many more options. The student life is great, and very safe. The campus has its own police force, with emergency stations placed all throughout campus. It's known that if you press an emergency station, an officer will be there to help in less than 60 seconds. If you're looking for a diverse, and fun community to learn and grow with, then the University of South Carolina is an amazing place to apply to!
I absolutely love this school, and am happy to call this place home. The campus is beautiful and there are so many activities to do around the city of Columbia. I have had amazing professors in core classes, as well as major specific. I had an amazing first year experience and there are so many opportunities offered by the school to help students adjust, get involved, and make friends. I enjoyed my residence hall and the location, and the student life atmosphere is exciting, especially the football games. The dining options are great, and there are so many resources offered by the school and the student body. I came here, 13 hours away from home, nervous about being in such a big school, but fell in love with USC and wouldn't change anything about my experience. Go Gamecocks!
As a current student at the University of South Carolina, I can confidently say that my overall experience has been absolutely amazing. I love everything about this university! The strong sense of community, excellent academics, and vibrant campus life have made my time here incredibly rewarding. I am grateful for the opportunities and experiences this university has provided me, and I couldn't be happier to be a Gamecock.