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Wofford College

Spartanburg, South Carolina 29303-3663

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Strong graduate outcomes — known for business

Wofford College is a private institution in Spartanburg with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1297, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 1.9K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

81% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $68,964 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $28,984.

Established
1854
Motto
Intaminatis fulget honoribus
Mascot
Terrier
Type
Private liberal arts college
Conference
NCAA Division I
Division
Division I

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59%Acceptance
1297SAT Avg
1,873Students
12:1Student:Faculty
81%Grad Rate
$68,964Earnings 10yr
$28,984Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Wofford 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

Acceptance Rate58.6%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1297

Reading & WritingMid: 633
610680
MathMid: 625
590670

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 30
2731

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

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

58.6%

Trend

SAT Avg

1297

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$54,100
Room & Board$15,015
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$69,601
Average Net Price$28,984
Median Debt at Graduation$25,732
Monthly Payment (10yr)$273

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$14,804
$30–48K$22,105
$48–75K$22,432
$75–110K$28,109
$110K+$34,845

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

58.9%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$20,500

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

14

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

4

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

4

Drug Arrests

3

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (29)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

90%

Mixed
  • •90% 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
1,873
Gender Split
53% / 47%
Women / Men
Pell Grant Recipients
15%

Race & Ethnicity

White 80%
Black 6%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 2%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate80.8%
Freshman Retention89.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$52,076
10 Years$68,964

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

Rankings

U.S. News
#59
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#190
↑2
vs 2024
Wall Street Journal
#29
↓2
vs 2024
Washington Monthly
#97
↑1
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 Charlotte59 mi
ATL Atlanta169 mi
RDU Raleigh-Durham188 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA777 mi · ~22h 27m drive
New York, NY587 mi · ~16h 57m drive
Hartford, CT687 mi · ~19h 51m drive
Providence, RI740 mi · ~21h 23m drive
Albany, NY690 mi · ~19h 56m drive
Syracuse, NY639 mi · ~18h 28m drive
Rochester, NY612 mi · ~17h 41m drive
Buffalo, NY572 mi · ~16h 31m drive
Philadelphia, PA506 mi · ~14h 37m drive
Pittsburgh, PA393 mi · ~11h 21m drive
Harrisburg, PA459 mi · ~13h 16m drive
Newark, NJ581 mi · ~16h 47m drive
Washington, DC384 mi · ~11h 6m drive
Baltimore, MD419 mi · ~12h 6m drive
Atlanta, GA163 mi · ~4h 43m drive
Charlotte, NC64 mi · ~1h 51m drive
Raleigh, NC194 mi · ~5h 36m drive
Miami, FL644 mi · ~18h 36m drive
Orlando, FL445 mi · ~12h 51m drive
Tampa, FL485 mi · ~14h 1m drive
Nashville, TN285 mi · ~8h 14m drive
New Orleans, LA587 mi · ~16h 57m drive
Richmond, VA308 mi · ~8h 54m drive
Chicago, IL569 mi · ~16h 26m drive
Detroit, MI513 mi · ~14h 49m drive
Minneapolis, MN914 mi · ~26h 24m drive
St. Louis, MO523 mi · ~15h 7m drive
Kansas City, MO753 mi · ~21h 45m drive
Indianapolis, IN405 mi · ~11h 42m drive
Columbus, OH350 mi · ~10h 7m drive
Cleveland, OH452 mi · ~13h 3m drive
Milwaukee, WI643 mi · ~18h 35m drive
Dallas, TX865 mi · ~24h 59m drive
Houston, TX862 mi · ~24h 54m drive
Austin, TX974 mi · ~28h 8m drive
San Antonio, TX1039 mi · ~30h 1m drive
Los Angeles, CA2057 mi · ~59h 25m drive
San Francisco, CA2243 mi · ~64h 48m drive
San Diego, CA2017 mi · ~58h 16m drive
Seattle, WA2241 mi · ~64h 44m drive
Portland, OR2242 mi · ~64h 46m drive
Denver, CO1305 mi · ~37h 42m drive
Phoenix, AZ1719 mi · ~49h 40m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1674 mi · ~48h 22m drive
Honolulu, HI4616 mi · ~133h 21m 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)59 miles
Rental car
89 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
118 min$71-118
Atlanta (ATL)169 miles
Rental car
254 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
338 min$203-338

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