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University of South Carolina Aiken

USC Aiken

Aiken, South Carolina 29801

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Known for business — excellent value

University of South Carolina Aiken is a public institution in Aiken with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1063, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 2.8K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

40% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $45,603 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $11,611.

Established
1961
Mascot
Ace the Pacer
Type
Public university
Conference
ten
Division
Division II

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80%Acceptance
1063SAT Avg
2,805Students
15:1Student:Faculty
40%Grad Rate
$45,603Earnings 10yr
$11,611Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

University of South Carolina Aiken 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 Rate79.7%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1063

Reading & WritingMid: 545
490620
MathMid: 520
480580

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 20
1723

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

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

79.7%

Trend

SAT Avg

1063

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$10,760
Tuition (out-of-state)$21,218
Room & Board$8,736
Books & Supplies$1,240
Total Cost of Attendance$20,922
Average Net Price$11,611
Median Debt at Graduation$24,275
Monthly Payment (10yr)$257

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$7,618
$30–48K$10,107
$48–75K$12,688
$75–110K$16,097
$110K+$16,708

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

54.5%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$13,000

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

21

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

5

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

2

Motor Vehicle Theft

2

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

6

Drug Arrests

4

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (33)

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
2,805
Gender Split
63% / 37%
Women / Men
First Generation
33%
Pell Grant Recipients
37%

Race & Ethnicity

White 60%
Black 22%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 1%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate40.1%
Freshman Retention64.4%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$39,689
10 Years$45,603

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 Charlotte123 mi
ATL Atlanta153 mi
JAX Jacksonville213 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA841 mi · ~24h 18m drive
New York, NY652 mi · ~18h 50m drive
Hartford, CT753 mi · ~21h 45m drive
Providence, RI802 mi · ~23h 10m drive
Albany, NY763 mi · ~22h 3m drive
Syracuse, NY722 mi · ~20h 51m drive
Rochester, NY699 mi · ~20h 12m drive
Buffalo, NY662 mi · ~19h 7m drive
Philadelphia, PA572 mi · ~16h 31m drive
Pittsburgh, PA484 mi · ~13h 59m drive
Harrisburg, PA536 mi · ~15h 29m drive
Newark, NJ647 mi · ~18h 41m drive
Washington, DC453 mi · ~13h 5m drive
Baltimore, MD488 mi · ~14h 6m drive
Atlanta, GA151 mi · ~4h 22m drive
Charlotte, NC126 mi · ~3h 38m drive
Raleigh, NC234 mi · ~6h 46m drive
Miami, FL548 mi · ~15h 50m drive
Orlando, FL349 mi · ~10h 5m drive
Tampa, FL391 mi · ~11h 18m drive
Nashville, TN336 mi · ~9h 42m drive
New Orleans, LA548 mi · ~15h 50m drive
Richmond, VA367 mi · ~10h 36m drive
Chicago, IL657 mi · ~18h 59m drive
Detroit, MI609 mi · ~17h 36m drive
Minneapolis, MN997 mi · ~28h 48m drive
St. Louis, MO586 mi · ~16h 56m drive
Kansas City, MO808 mi · ~23h 21m drive
Indianapolis, IN492 mi · ~14h 13m drive
Columbus, OH447 mi · ~12h 55m drive
Cleveland, OH548 mi · ~15h 50m drive
Milwaukee, WI733 mi · ~21h 11m drive
Dallas, TX870 mi · ~25h 8m drive
Houston, TX841 mi · ~24h 18m drive
Austin, TX963 mi · ~27h 49m drive
San Antonio, TX1025 mi · ~29h 37m drive
Los Angeles, CA2083 mi · ~60h 11m drive
San Francisco, CA2282 mi · ~65h 55m drive
San Diego, CA2038 mi · ~58h 53m drive
Seattle, WA2306 mi · ~66h 37m drive
Portland, OR2301 mi · ~66h 28m drive
Denver, CO1351 mi · ~39h 2m drive
Phoenix, AZ1740 mi · ~50h 16m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1722 mi · ~49h 45m drive
Honolulu, HI4643 mi · ~134h 8m 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)123 miles
Rental car
185 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
246 min$148-246
Atlanta (ATL)153 miles
Rental car
230 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
306 min$184-306

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