South Carolina State University is a public 4-year college in Orangeburg, South Carolina with 2,934 undergraduates. It admits 83% of applicants, costs an average of $18,030 a year after grants and graduates 32% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
South Carolina State University acceptance rate and admissions
South Carolina State University admitted 83% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
South Carolina State University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on South Carolina State 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.
South Carolina State University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $11,060 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $21,750 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $9,000 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $29,846 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $18,030 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $18,030 a year after grants and scholarships, $11,816 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run South Carolina State University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
South Carolina State University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 32% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $41,531 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $26,964 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 65% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
South Carolina State University majors and what graduates earn
South Carolina State University awarded bachelor's degrees in 34 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer and information sciences ($66,821).
All 34 majors at South Carolina State University
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 South Carolina State University
8 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 8 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education leadership | Doctoral | 27 | $86,174 | $65,038 |
| Speech-language pathology | Master's | 20 | $53,564 | $67,500 |
| Business | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Master's | 8 | $43,394 | n/a |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 5 | $53,964 | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 3 | $48,515 | n/a |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,934 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 55% women, 45% men
- 19 students for every faculty member
- Setting: distant town
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at South Carolina State University?
South Carolina State University admitted 83% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does South Carolina State University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $11,060 for in-state students and $21,750 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $18,030 a year in 2024-25.
Is South Carolina State University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, South Carolina State University reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at South Carolina State University?
32% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do South Carolina State University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $41,531 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.