Converse University

Spartanburg, SC • private • II | Conference Carolinas

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Urban

Student Population

Undergrad: 885 • Total: 1,967

Academic Calendar

4-1-4 or similar

Honors College/Program

Yes
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Address

580 E Main St
Spartanburg, SC
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Website

www.converse.edu

Region

Southeast

Carnegie Classification

Bac/A&S: Baccalaureate Colleges – Arts & Sciences Focus

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 230 (26.0%) • Female: 655 (74.0%)

Race/Ethnicity Distribution

Asian	25	2.8%
Black/African American	101	11.4%
Hispanic/Latino	111	12.5%
White	421	47.6%
Two or More Races	29	3.3%
International	63	7.1%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

64.0%

1,682 admitted from 2,628 applicants

Standardized Testing Policy

✓ Test Optional

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 520-640
Math: 510-598
Total: 1030-1238

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

21-26

Application Types Offered

EA RD

Application Requirements

—

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Deadlines

EA:	11/01/2025
RD:	Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

47.1%

4-Year Graduation Rate

42.5%

Freshman Retention Rate

68.0%

Student-Faculty Ratio

10.9:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$38,970

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $24,790

Room & Board

$13,380

Books & Supplies

$800

Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

$0-30,000	$14,137
$30,001-48,000	$18,500
$48,001-75,000	$23,610
$75,001-110,000	$24,754
$110,001+	$29,105

Students Receiving Pell Grants

96%

Average Grant/Scholarship Aid

$19,438

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division

II

Conference

Conference Carolinas

Men's Sports (7)

Basketball Cross Country Soccer Swimming Tennis Track and Field (Indoor) Track and Field (Outdoor)

Women's Sports (14)

Basketball Cross Country Equestrian Field Hockey Golf Lacrosse Other Sports Soccer Softball Swimming

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Common questions about Converse University

What is Converse University's acceptance rate?

Converse University accepts 64% of applicants, from 2,628 applications.

How much does Converse University cost?

Tuition and fees are $24,790. Families earning under $30,000 pay $14,137 on average after aid.

Does Converse University require SAT or ACT scores?

Converse University does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.

What ACT score do you need for Converse University?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 21 and 26 on the ACT.

What is Converse University's graduation rate?

47% of students graduate within six years.