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Voorhees University

VU

Denmark, South Carolina 29042

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Small & IntimateRuralPrivateHBCUSTEM StrongClose Faculty Access

Known for business — close-knit campus

Voorhees University is a private institution in Denmark with particular strength in business and biology.

A small campus of 460 undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.

38% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $35,339 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,411.

Established
1897
Mascot
Tiger
Type
Private historically black university
Conference
National Association of

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Acceptance
SAT Avg
460Students
10:1Student:Faculty
38%Grad Rate
$35,339Earnings 10yr
$15,411Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Voorhees 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 Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$12,630
Room & Board$7,345
Books & Supplies$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance$25,793
Average Net Price$15,411
Median Debt at Graduation$26,700
Monthly Payment (10yr)$283

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$15,081
$30–48K$13,624
$48–75K$17,558
$75–110K$18,316
$110K+$24,543

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

51.3%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$15,245

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

2

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

0

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 (20)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

63%

Negative
  • 63% 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
460
Gender Split
48% / 52%
Women / Men
First Generation
39%
Pell Grant Recipients
77%

Race & Ethnicity

White 4%
Black 81%
Hispanic 3%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 8%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate37.8%
Freshman Retention62.5%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$24,199
10 Years$35,339

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 On April 14, 1897, Elizabeth Evelyn Wright founded Denmark Industrial School for African Americans.
  • The first classes were held on the second floor of an old store.
  • Its first class was fourteen students, taught by two teachers.
  • 1910 In 1902, Ralph Voorhees, a philanthropist in Clinton, New Jersey, donated $5,000 (equivalent to $186,000 in 2025) to the school in order to purchase land and construct buildings.
  • Guess for $4,500 (equivalent to $167,000 in 2025) and to build a school building on the land.

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 Charlotte132 mi
ATL Atlanta192 mi
JAX Jacksonville197 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA831 mi · ~24h drive
New York, NY645 mi · ~18h 38m drive
Hartford, CT745 mi · ~21h 31m drive
Providence, RI792 mi · ~22h 53m drive
Albany, NY760 mi · ~21h 57m drive
Syracuse, NY725 mi · ~20h 57m drive
Rochester, NY707 mi · ~20h 25m drive
Buffalo, NY673 mi · ~19h 27m drive
Philadelphia, PA565 mi · ~16h 19m drive
Pittsburgh, PA497 mi · ~14h 21m drive
Harrisburg, PA535 mi · ~15h 27m drive
Newark, NJ640 mi · ~18h 29m drive
Washington, DC449 mi · ~12h 58m drive
Baltimore, MD484 mi · ~13h 59m drive
Atlanta, GA190 mi · ~5h 29m drive
Charlotte, NC134 mi · ~3h 52m drive
Raleigh, NC222 mi · ~6h 25m drive
Miami, FL524 mi · ~15h 8m drive
Orlando, FL330 mi · ~9h 32m drive
Tampa, FL378 mi · ~10h 55m drive
Nashville, TN377 mi · ~10h 53m drive
New Orleans, LA575 mi · ~16h 37m drive
Richmond, VA359 mi · ~10h 22m drive
Chicago, IL690 mi · ~19h 56m drive
Detroit, MI632 mi · ~18h 15m drive
Minneapolis, MN1034 mi · ~29h 52m drive
St. Louis, MO626 mi · ~18h 5m drive
Kansas City, MO849 mi · ~24h 32m drive
Indianapolis, IN526 mi · ~15h 12m drive
Columbus, OH471 mi · ~13h 36m drive
Cleveland, OH567 mi · ~16h 23m drive
Milwaukee, WI766 mi · ~22h 8m drive
Dallas, TX907 mi · ~26h 12m drive
Houston, TX873 mi · ~25h 13m drive
Austin, TX997 mi · ~28h 48m drive
San Antonio, TX1058 mi · ~30h 34m drive
Los Angeles, CA2123 mi · ~61h 20m drive
San Francisco, CA2323 mi · ~67h 7m drive
San Diego, CA2078 mi · ~60h 2m drive
Seattle, WA2346 mi · ~67h 46m drive
Portland, OR2342 mi · ~67h 39m drive
Denver, CO1393 mi · ~40h 15m drive
Phoenix, AZ1779 mi · ~51h 24m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1763 mi · ~50h 56m drive
Honolulu, HI4683 mi · ~135h 17m 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)132 miles
Rental car
198 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
264 min$158-264
Atlanta (ATL)192 miles
Rental car
288 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
384 min$230-384

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