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Lander University

Greenwood, SC • public • II | Peach Belt Conference
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Acceptance
67.9%
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Grad Rate
49%
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Cost
$24,000 / $33,600

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Town
Student Population
Undergrad: 3,971 • Total: 4,925
Academic Calendar
Semester
Honors College/Program
Yes
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Address
320 Stanley Avenue
Greenwood, SC
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Website
www.lander.edu
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
Bac/Diverse: Baccalaureate Colleges – Diverse Fields

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 1,306 (32.9%) • Female: 2,665 (67.1%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 9 0.2%
Black/African American 905 22.8%
Hispanic/Latino 78 2.0%
White 2,605 65.6%
Two or More Races 194 4.9%
International 103 2.6%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
67.9%
3,521 admitted from 5,184 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Sometimes Required
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 490-590
Math: 470-570
Total: 960-1160
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
17-24
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
—
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
48.8%
4-Year Graduation Rate
34.6%
Freshman Retention Rate
69.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
24.4:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$24,000
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$33,600
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $10,700
Out-of-state: $20,300
Room & Board
$12,100
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $11,450
$30,001-48,000 $11,778
$48,001-75,000 $13,842
$75,001-110,000 $18,319
$110,001+ $19,102
Students Receiving Pell Grants
82%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
II
Conference
Peach Belt Conference
Men's Sports (8)
Baseball Basketball Golf Lacrosse Soccer Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Wrestling
Women's Sports (10)
Basketball Field Hockey Golf Lacrosse Other Sports Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
3.5 GPA / 20 ACT
In-State Awards
$1,000-$6,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$500-$4,000/yr
Multi-Year Awards
$500-$3,000 total
8 automatic scholarships (19 total)
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Common questions about Lander University

What is Lander University's acceptance rate?
Lander University accepts 68% of applicants, from 5,184 applications.
How much does Lander University cost?
Tuition and fees are $10,700 in-state and $20,300 out-of-state. Families earning under $30,000 pay $11,450 on average after aid.
Does Lander University require SAT or ACT scores?
Lander University requires test scores from some applicants.
What ACT score do you need for Lander University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 17 and 24 on the ACT.
What is Lander University's graduation rate?
49% of students graduate within six years.