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South Carolina State University

South Carolina State University is a small, public institution located in Orangeburg, sc. Founded in 1896, South Carolina State University offers undergraduate degrees in 59 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 2,351 undergraduates
cost $11,060 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into South Carolina State University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are neither required nor recommended to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 83.9%
SAT score average N/A
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.16
Application fee $25
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Key deadlines

June
30
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! South Carolina State University is known for one of its top majors: Biology, General. Their student-faculty ratio is 17:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
17 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Social Sciences and Psychology
Other
Education and Teaching
Law and Legal Studies
Health and Medical Professions
Arts, Design, and Humanities

Popular majors

Biology, General
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $11,060
Additional expenses
Room & board $9,000
Books & supplies $2,000
Other expenses $8,000
Cost of attendance* $30,060
Average financial aid package N/A
Average net price $30,060 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $21,750
Additional expenses
Room & board $9,000
Books & supplies $2,000
Other expenses $8,000
Cost of attendance* $40,750
Average financial aid package N/A
Average net price $40,750 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? South Carolina State University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,351, with gender binary students split 46% male and 54% female.

Total enrollment

2,649

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
2%
African American %
80%
Hispanic American %
0%
Asian %
0%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
1%
Unknown %
17%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At South Carolina State University, students love their Student Government Association. Student athletes compete in Division 1 sports.

Campus info

map 300 College St NE, Orangeburg, SC 29117-0001
phone 803-536-7000
address https://scsu.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Student government association

Campus activity board

Naacp

United voices of christ

Student media

clubs
announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about South Carolina State University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is South Carolina State University?

South Carolina State University is located in Orangeburg, sc.

What is the acceptance rate at South Carolina State University? 

The acceptance rate for South Carolina State University is 84%.

What’s the average GPA for South Carolina State University?

The average high school GPA for South Carolina State University students was 3.16.

How much does it cost for 4 years at South Carolina State University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at South Carolina State University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $120,240.

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