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University of South Carolina-Columbia

Columbia, SC • public • I | SEC | FBS
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Acceptance
61.5%
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Grad Rate
78%
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Cost
$27,260 / $50,544

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Urban
Student Population
Undergrad: 30,016 • Total: 39,611
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
Columbia-Campus
Columbia, SC
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Website
www.sc.edu
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 12,810 (42.7%) • Female: 17,206 (57.3%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 1,313 4.4%
Black/African American 2,889 9.6%
Hispanic/Latino 1,799 6.0%
White 21,645 72.1%
Two or More Races 1,271 4.2%
International 722 2.4%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
61.5%
28,706 admitted from 46,682 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Sometimes Required
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 600-690
Math: 580-690
Total: 1180-1380
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
26-32
Application Types Offered
EA RD
Application Requirements
—
Application Fee
$65
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
EA: 10/15/2025
RD: 12/01/2025

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
77.7%
4-Year Graduation Rate
68.7%
Freshman Retention Rate
91.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
17.1:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$27,260
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$50,544
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $12,288
Out-of-state: $35,572
Room & Board
$13,534
Books & Supplies
$1,438
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $12,634
$30,001-48,000 $14,953
$48,001-75,000 $19,859
$75,001-110,000 $24,478
$110,001+ $28,125
Students Receiving Pell Grants
79%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
SEC
Football
FBS
Men's Sports (8)
Baseball Basketball Football (FBS) Golf Soccer Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women's Sports (10)
Basketball Beach Volleyball Equestrian Golf Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
33 ACT
In-State Awards
$500-$20,000/yr
4 automatic scholarships (15 total)
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Common questions about University of South Carolina-Columbia

What is University of South Carolina-Columbia's acceptance rate?
University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 61% of applicants, from 46,682 applications.
How much does University of South Carolina-Columbia cost?
Tuition and fees are $12,288 in-state and $35,572 out-of-state. Families earning under $30,000 pay $12,634 on average after aid.
Does University of South Carolina-Columbia require SAT or ACT scores?
University of South Carolina-Columbia requires test scores from some applicants.
What ACT score do you need for University of South Carolina-Columbia?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 26 and 32 on the ACT.
What is University of South Carolina-Columbia's graduation rate?
78% of students graduate within six years.