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Morris College

Sumter, South Carolina 29150-3599

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Known for business — close-knit campus

Morris College is a private urban institution in Sumter, South Carolina. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 421 undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

20% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $30,614 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,375.

Established
1908
Motto
"Intrare Libris, Dispartire Servire"
Mascot
Hornets
Type
Private historically black college
Conference
National Association of

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—Acceptance
—SAT Avg
421Students
10:1Student:Faculty
20%Grad Rate
$30,614Earnings 10yr
$20,375Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Morris College 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 Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$16,224
Room & Board$7,380
Books & Supplies$3,090
Total Cost of Attendance$29,585
Average Net Price$20,375
Median Debt at Graduation$31,400
Monthly Payment (10yr)$333

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$19,687
$30–48K$20,984
$48–75K$22,795
$75–110K$20,558

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

19.5%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$14,750

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

3

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

1

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (18)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

47%

Negative
  • •47% 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
421
Gender Split
52% / 48%
Women / Men
First Generation
40%
Pell Grant Recipients
82%

Race & Ethnicity

White 1%
Black 93%
Hispanic 1%
Two+ 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate20.4%
Freshman Retention46.6%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$24,250
10 Years$30,614

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

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • •History Morris College was founded in 1908 by Jacob J.
  • •Morris College awarded its first bachelor's degree in 1915 under the administration of the college's second president John J.

Source: Wikipedia

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 Charlotte94 mi
RDU Raleigh-Durham161 mi
ATL Atlanta235 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA769 mi · ~22h 13m drive
New York, NY583 mi · ~16h 51m drive
Hartford, CT683 mi · ~19h 44m drive
Providence, RI730 mi · ~21h 5m drive
Albany, NY700 mi · ~20h 13m drive
Syracuse, NY669 mi · ~19h 20m drive
Rochester, NY654 mi · ~18h 54m drive
Buffalo, NY623 mi · ~18h drive
Philadelphia, PA504 mi · ~14h 34m drive
Pittsburgh, PA450 mi · ~13h drive
Harrisburg, PA477 mi · ~13h 47m drive
Newark, NJ579 mi · ~16h 44m drive
Washington, DC389 mi · ~11h 14m drive
Baltimore, MD424 mi · ~12h 15m drive
Atlanta, GA232 mi · ~6h 42m drive
Charlotte, NC93 mi · ~2h 41m drive
Raleigh, NC160 mi · ~4h 37m drive
Miami, FL565 mi · ~16h 19m drive
Orlando, FL378 mi · ~10h 55m drive
Tampa, FL432 mi · ~12h 29m drive
Nashville, TN395 mi · ~11h 25m drive
New Orleans, LA633 mi · ~18h 17m drive
Richmond, VA298 mi · ~8h 37m drive
Chicago, IL677 mi · ~19h 33m drive
Detroit, MI598 mi · ~17h 17m drive
Minneapolis, MN1025 mi · ~29h 37m drive
St. Louis, MO637 mi · ~18h 24m drive
Kansas City, MO866 mi · ~25h 1m drive
Indianapolis, IN515 mi · ~14h 53m drive
Columbus, OH441 mi · ~12h 44m drive
Cleveland, OH528 mi · ~15h 15m drive
Milwaukee, WI749 mi · ~21h 38m drive
Dallas, TX952 mi · ~27h 30m drive
Houston, TX927 mi · ~26h 47m drive
Austin, TX1048 mi · ~30h 17m drive
San Antonio, TX1110 mi · ~32h 4m drive
Los Angeles, CA2158 mi · ~62h 21m drive
San Francisco, CA2351 mi · ~67h 55m drive
San Diego, CA2116 mi · ~61h 8m drive
Seattle, WA2356 mi · ~68h 4m drive
Portland, OR2356 mi · ~68h 4m drive
Denver, CO1415 mi · ~40h 53m drive
Phoenix, AZ1817 mi · ~52h 29m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1785 mi · ~51h 34m drive
Honolulu, HI4718 mi · ~136h 18m 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)94 miles
Rental car
141 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
188 min$113-188
Raleigh-Durham (RDU)161 miles
Rental car
242 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
322 min$193-322

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