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Limestone University

Gaffney, South Carolina 29340-3799

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Small & IntimateRuralPrivateBusiness Focus

Known for business

Limestone University is a private institution in Gaffney with particular strength in business and computer science.

A small campus of 1.5K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

28% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $44,999 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,415.

Motto
Toward The Light
Mascot
Saint Bernard (dog)
Type
Private university
Division
Division II

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98%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
1,528Students
11:1Student:Faculty
28%Grad Rate
$44,999Earnings 10yr
$20,415Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Limestone University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate98.3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

98.3%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$27,500
Room & Board$10,079
Books & Supplies$1,240
Total Cost of Attendance$40,944
Average Net Price$20,415
Median Debt at Graduation$27,639
Monthly Payment (10yr)$293

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$17,648
$30–48K$18,035
$48–75K$21,930
$75–110K$20,986
$110K+$24,483

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

30.1%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$18,750

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

9

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

3

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (39)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

64%

Negative
  • •64% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
1,528
Gender Split
50% / 50%
Women / Men
First Generation
43%
Pell Grant Recipients
43%

Race & Ethnicity

White 39%
Black 19%
Hispanic 13%
Asian 1%
Two+ 1%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate27.6%
Freshman Retention63.6%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$38,713
10 Years$44,999

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

CLT Charlotte41 mi
RDU Raleigh-Durham171 mi
ATL Atlanta186 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA761 mi · ~21h 59m drive
New York, NY571 mi · ~16h 30m drive
Hartford, CT671 mi · ~19h 23m drive
Providence, RI724 mi · ~20h 55m drive
Albany, NY674 mi · ~19h 28m drive
Syracuse, NY626 mi · ~18h 5m drive
Rochester, NY600 mi · ~17h 20m drive
Buffalo, NY561 mi · ~16h 12m drive
Philadelphia, PA490 mi · ~14h 9m drive
Pittsburgh, PA383 mi · ~11h 4m drive
Harrisburg, PA445 mi · ~12h 51m drive
Newark, NJ565 mi · ~16h 19m drive
Washington, DC368 mi · ~10h 38m drive
Baltimore, MD403 mi · ~11h 39m drive
Atlanta, GA180 mi · ~5h 12m drive
Charlotte, NC47 mi · ~1h 21m drive
Raleigh, NC177 mi · ~5h 7m drive
Miami, FL648 mi · ~18h 43m drive
Orlando, FL451 mi · ~13h 2m drive
Tampa, FL493 mi · ~14h 15m drive
Nashville, TN298 mi · ~8h 37m drive
New Orleans, LA604 mi · ~17h 27m drive
Richmond, VA291 mi · ~8h 24m drive
Chicago, IL571 mi · ~16h 30m drive
Detroit, MI508 mi · ~14h 41m drive
Minneapolis, MN919 mi · ~26h 33m drive
St. Louis, MO533 mi · ~15h 24m drive
Kansas City, MO765 mi · ~22h 6m drive
Indianapolis, IN409 mi · ~11h 49m drive
Columbus, OH347 mi · ~10h 1m drive
Cleveland, OH445 mi · ~12h 51m drive
Milwaukee, WI645 mi · ~18h 38m drive
Dallas, TX882 mi · ~25h 29m drive
Houston, TX879 mi · ~25h 24m drive
Austin, TX992 mi · ~28h 39m drive
San Antonio, TX1057 mi · ~30h 32m drive
Los Angeles, CA2072 mi · ~59h 51m drive
San Francisco, CA2257 mi · ~65h 12m drive
San Diego, CA2033 mi · ~58h 44m drive
Seattle, WA2250 mi · ~65h drive
Portland, OR2252 mi · ~65h 3m drive
Denver, CO1317 mi · ~38h 3m drive
Phoenix, AZ1734 mi · ~50h 6m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1686 mi · ~48h 42m drive
Honolulu, HI4630 mi · ~133h 45m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Charlotte (CLT)41 miles
Rental car
62 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
82 min$49-82
Raleigh-Durham (RDU)171 miles
Rental car
257 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
342 min$205-342

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