College of Charleston: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores
College of Charleston admits about 60% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1140–1310 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 23–28 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.
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College of Charleston At a Glance
| Location | Charleston, South Carolina |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 10,558 |
| Acceptance Rate | 60% |
| SAT Range (Reading & Writing) | 590-670 |
| SAT Range (Math) | 550-640 |
| SAT Range (Combined, approx.) | 1140-1310 |
| Average SAT (Combined) | 1247 |
| ACT Range | 25-30 |
| Average Net Price | $18,177/yr |
| Tuition (In-State) | $12,978/yr |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $38,844/yr |
| 4-Year Graduation Rate | 65.3% |
| Full-Time Retention Rate | 82% |
| Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry | $63,018 |
| Median Debt at Completion | $20,500 |
How College of Charleston Compares
College of Charleston is more selective than about 73% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.
With about 10,558 students, it is larger than about 23% of the 265 schools in this list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is College of Charleston's acceptance rate?
College of Charleston's acceptance rate is about 60%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What SAT score do you need for College of Charleston?
Admitted students at College of Charleston typically report a combined SAT score between 1140 and 1310 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).
Does College of Charleston require the SAT?
Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check College of Charleston's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.
What is the average cost of College of Charleston?
The average net price reported for College of Charleston is $18,177 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.