University of South Carolina Aiken

Aiken, SC • publicDII | Peach Belt Conference
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Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Suburban (Suburb: Large )
Student Population
Undergrad: 3,573 • Total: 4,746
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
471 University Pkwy
Aiken, SC
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Website
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
Carnegie Code: 32

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 1,312 (36.7%) • Female: 2,261 (63.3%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 59 1.7%
Black/African American 774 21.7%
Hispanic/Latino 310 8.7%
White 2,146 60.1%
Two or More Races 209 5.8%
International 50 1.4%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
79.7%
2,316 admitted from 2,905 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
✓ Test Optional
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 490-620
Math: 480-580
Total: 970-1200
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
17-23
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
Application Fee
$45
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: 07/15/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
40.1%
4-Year Graduation Rate
24.6%
Freshman Retention Rate
64.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
23.1:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$22,329
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$32,787
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $10,398
Out-of-state: $20,856
Room & Board
$1,240
Books & Supplies
$10,691
Students Receiving Pell Grants
87%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
Division II
Conference
Peach Belt Conference
Men's Sports (5)
Baseball Basketball Cross Country Golf Soccer
Women's Sports (5)
Basketball Cross Country Soccer Softball Volleyball
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