Lander University
Public university · Greenwood, SC · 3,397 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
81%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
950–1178
ACT (middle 50%)
16–23
Average net price
$16,659
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$28,321
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 Lander University?
Lander University accepts about 81 of every 100 applicants (81%), 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 950 and 1178 on the SAT. A score at or above 1178 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 950, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 16–23.
The latest federal data says Lander 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 Lander University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Lander University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $28,321 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $16,659 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 $11,700 for SC residents and $21,300 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$11,700
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$21,300
- Room & board$12,400
- Total cost of attendance$28,321
- Average net price after grants$16,659
Popular majors
Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Education, Psychology, Social Sciences.
Lander University FAQ
- What is Lander University's acceptance rate?
- 81% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Lander University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 950–1178. Aim for 1178 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Lander University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 16–23.
- Is Lander University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Lander 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 Lander University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Lander University cost?
- About $28,321 a year before aid; $16,659 on average after grants.
- What is Lander University's FAFSA school code?
- 003435. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Lander University receives your information.
- What is Lander University's graduation rate?
- 50% of students finish within six years.
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