Known for business — major research university
University of South Carolina-Columbia is a public institution in Columbia with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1297, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 28.1K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
78% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $62,177 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $24,532.
Established
1801
Motto
Emollit mores nec sinit esse feros
Mascot
Cocky
Type
Public research university
Conference
Southeastern Conference (except for men's soccer which competes
61%Acceptance
1297SAT Avg
28,113Students
18:1Student:Faculty
78%Grad Rate
$62,177Earnings 10yr
$24,532Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate61.5%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1297
Reading & WritingMid: 630
600690
MathMid: 625
580690
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 29
2632
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$12,688
Tuition (out-of-state)$34,934
Room & Board$12,558
Books & Supplies$1,226
Total Cost of Attendance$32,840
Average Net Price$24,532
Median Debt at Graduation$21,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$228
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$14,421
$30–48K$17,602
$48–75K$22,744
$75–110K$26,936
$110K+$29,493
Programs (244)
Student Body
Undergrads
28,113
Gender Split
58% / 42%
Women / Men
First Generation
20%
Pell Grant Recipients
19%
Race & Ethnicity
White 73%
Black 9%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 4%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate77.8%
Freshman Retention90.7%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$50,621
8 Years$57,722
10 Years$62,177
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$49,600
Men
$59,100
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Gamecocks
Rankings
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia