Converse University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Spartanburg, South Carolina with 1,173 undergraduates. It admits 68% of applicants, costs an average of $23,526 a year after grants and graduates 44% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Converse University acceptance rate and admissions
Converse University admitted 68% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 510 to 630, math 500 to 620). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Converse University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Converse University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Converse University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $34,144 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $14,524 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $41,330 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $23,526 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $23,526 a year after grants and scholarships, $17,804 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Converse University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Converse University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 44% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $45,726 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $24,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 54% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Converse University majors and what graduates earn
Converse University awarded bachelor's degrees in 27 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from business administration ($55,503).
All 27 majors at Converse University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | 28 | n/a | $55,503 | $20,191 |
| Psychology | 11 | $33,633 | $44,498 | n/a |
| Human development and family studies | 17 | $38,045 | n/a | $25,000 |
| Fine and studio arts | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 8 | $42,231 | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Graphic and industrial design | 7 | $42,849 | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Physical and occupational therapy | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biochemistry and molecular biology | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics and Computer Science | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Romance languages | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Economics | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Health administration | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Converse University
13 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 13 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Doctoral | 19 | $73,204 | $41,000 |
| Business administration | Master's | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 5 | $47,690 | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 5 | $51,556 | n/a |
| Music | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Mental health counseling | Master's | 2 | $39,072 | n/a |
| Education | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Health administration | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| History | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,173 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 73% women, 27% men
- 12 students for every faculty member
- Setting: small city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Converse University?
Converse University admitted 68% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Converse University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $34,144. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $23,526 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Converse University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 510 to 630 in reading and writing and 500 to 620 in math, and 19 to 26 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Converse University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Converse University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Converse University?
44% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Converse University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $45,726 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.