Campus Vibe
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.
Campus Visits
News & Alerts
University of South Carolina-Columbia Launches New Data Science Minor
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1297
ACT Score Range
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Financial Intel
Avg Net Price
$24,532
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
5800.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$18,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
212
Peer Average
240
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Programs (244)
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
10-Year Earnings by Gender
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Varsity Sports — Gamecocks
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from SC state average + city premium