Charleston Southern University
Faith-based college · Charleston, SC · 2,893 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
96%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
930–1160
ACT (middle 50%)
18–24
Average net price
$20,661
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$45,797
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
50%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Charleston Southern University?
Charleston Southern University accepts about 96 of every 100 applicants (96%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 930 and 1160 on the SAT. A score at or above 1160 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 930, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 18–24.
The latest federal data says Charleston Southern University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Charleston Southern University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Charleston Southern University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $45,797 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $20,661 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $34,080 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$34,080
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$34,080
- Room & board$12,250
- Total cost of attendance$45,797
- Average net price after grants$20,661
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Education, Biology, Parks, Recreation & Fitness.
Charleston Southern University FAQ
- What is Charleston Southern University's acceptance rate?
- 96% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Charleston Southern University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 930–1160. Aim for 1160 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Charleston Southern University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 18–24.
- Is Charleston Southern University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Charleston Southern University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Charleston Southern University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Charleston Southern University cost?
- About $45,797 a year before aid; $20,661 on average after grants.
- What is Charleston Southern University's FAFSA school code?
- 003419. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Charleston Southern University receives your information.
- What is Charleston Southern University's graduation rate?
- 50% of students finish within six years.
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