University of South Carolina-Columbia
Public university · Columbia, SC · 29,820 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
60%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1180–1360
ACT (middle 50%)
26–32
Average net price
$22,197
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$32,193
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
79%
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 University of South Carolina-Columbia?
University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts about 60 of every 100 applicants (60%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1180 and 1360 on the SAT. A score at or above 1360 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1180, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 26–32.
The latest federal data says University of South Carolina-Columbia 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 University of South Carolina-Columbia's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does University of South Carolina-Columbia cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $32,193 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $22,197 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 $12,688 for SC residents and $37,376 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$12,688
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$37,376
- Room & board$16,376
- Total cost of attendance$32,193
- Average net price after grants$22,197
Popular majors
Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Biology, Communications, Psychology.
University of South Carolina-Columbia FAQ
- What is University of South Carolina-Columbia's acceptance rate?
- 60% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for University of South Carolina-Columbia?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1180–1360. Aim for 1360 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for University of South Carolina-Columbia?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 26–32.
- Is University of South Carolina-Columbia test-optional?
- The latest federal data says University of South Carolina-Columbia 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 University of South Carolina-Columbia's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does University of South Carolina-Columbia cost?
- About $32,193 a year before aid; $22,197 on average after grants.
- What is University of South Carolina-Columbia's FAFSA school code?
- 003448. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so University of South Carolina-Columbia receives your information.
- What is University of South Carolina-Columbia's graduation rate?
- 79% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to University of South Carolina-Columbia
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of CharlestonCharleston, SC | 60% | 1140–1310 | $18,177 | 65% |
| Erskine CollegeDue West, SC | 63% | — | $19,826 | 34% |
| Claflin UniversityOrangeburg, SC | 65% | — | $19,710 | 47% |
| Anderson UniversityAnderson, SC | 55% | 1100–1280 | $24,068 | 72% |
| North Greenville UniversityTigerville, SC | 67% | 1060–1240 | $22,235 | 54% |
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