Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
61.49%
SAT Average
1,297
ACT Range
26-32
University of South Carolina-Columbia Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 61.49%. This means approximately 615 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 28,113 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
61.49%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $12,688 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $34,934 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $32,840 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $24,532 | State avg: $16,137. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 18.99% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 41.72% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of South Carolina-Columbia Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$34,934
Room and board
$12,558
Books and supplies
$1,226
Other expenses
$5,505
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$32,840
Average net price
$24,532
Average aid coverage
25%
$8,308 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of South Carolina-Columbia pays approximately $24,532 per year after grants and aid. This is above the South Carolina average of $16,137 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of South Carolina-Columbia?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to South Carolina and national averages.
University of South Carolina-Columbia net price
$24,532
South Carolina average
$16,137
National average
$17,506
University of South Carolina-Columbia Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $34,934 and average net price at $24,532. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$34,934
Current net price
$24,532
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
77.75%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$62,177
Undergraduates
28,113
10-Year Median Earnings - University of South Carolina-Columbia vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of South Carolina-Columbia graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of South Carolina-Columbia?
Undergraduates
28,113
Completion rate
77.75%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
18.99%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
41.72%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 18.99% of University of South Carolina-Columbia students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 41.72% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of South Carolina-Columbia's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of South Carolina-Columbia lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of South Carolina-Columbia is listed at Columbia-Campus, Columbia, SC 29208. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare University of South Carolina-Columbia with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Carolina-Columbia | 61.49% | $34,934 | $24,532 | $62,177 |
| Medical University of South Carolina | Not available | Not available | Not available | $88,420 |
| Citadel Military College of South Carolina | 98.09% | $37,370 | $21,002 | $72,085 |
| Clemson University | 38.05% | $39,498 | $22,112 | $71,513 |
| Wofford College | 58.59% | $54,100 | $28,984 | $68,964 |
Similar Schools in Columbia
This local cluster focuses on nearby Columbia schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Columbia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of South Carolina-Columbia's acceptance rate?
University of South Carolina-Columbia's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 61.49%.
How much is University of South Carolina-Columbia tuition?
University of South Carolina-Columbia's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $34,934.
What is University of South Carolina-Columbia's average net price?
University of South Carolina-Columbia's average net price in the local dataset is $24,532.
What is University of South Carolina-Columbia's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $62,177 for University of South Carolina-Columbia.
Is University of South Carolina-Columbia accredited?
University of South Carolina-Columbia's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend University of South Carolina-Columbia?
The local dataset lists 28,113 undergraduate students at University of South Carolina-Columbia.
What percentage of University of South Carolina-Columbia students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of South Carolina-Columbia in the local dataset is 18.99%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of South Carolina-Columbia?
The federal loan rate for University of South Carolina-Columbia in the local dataset is 41.72%.
Where should I verify University of South Carolina-Columbia data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of South Carolina-Columbia or the latest official federal education data.