University of South Carolina-Columbia: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores
University of South Carolina-Columbia admits about 60.2% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1180–1360 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 24–30 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.
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University of South Carolina-Columbia At a Glance
| Location | Columbia, South Carolina |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 29,820 |
| Acceptance Rate | 60.2% |
| SAT Range (Reading & Writing) | 600-680 |
| SAT Range (Math) | 580-680 |
| SAT Range (Combined, approx.) | 1180-1360 |
| Average SAT (Combined) | 1297 |
| ACT Range | 26-32 |
| Average Net Price | $22,197/yr |
| Tuition (In-State) | $12,688/yr |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $37,376/yr |
| 4-Year Graduation Rate | 78.7% |
| Full-Time Retention Rate | 92.2% |
| Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry | $69,024 |
| Median Debt at Completion | $20,500 |
How University of South Carolina-Columbia Compares
University of South Carolina-Columbia is more selective than about 72% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.
With about 29,820 students, it is larger than about 81% of the 265 schools in this list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of South Carolina-Columbia's acceptance rate?
University of South Carolina-Columbia's acceptance rate is about 60.2%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What SAT score do you need for University of South Carolina-Columbia?
Admitted students at University of South Carolina-Columbia typically report a combined SAT score between 1180 and 1360 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).
Does University of South Carolina-Columbia 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 University of South Carolina-Columbia's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.
What is the average cost of University of South Carolina-Columbia?
The average net price reported for University of South Carolina-Columbia is $22,197 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.