South Carolina Black Colleges and Universities

Whether you're relaxing on pristine beaches, strolling cobblestone streets in historic Charleston, or standing in awe of a 400-foot waterfall in the Blue Ridge Mountains, you're likely to fall in love with South Carolina. Thick with history that predates the Revolutionary War, this state is rich in Civil War and Civil Rights heritage.

There is no such thing as a typical South Carolina college town. Columbia has a vibrant music scene, while Denmark's quaint Historic District is the perfect place to linger over a cappuccino. Orangeburg hosts everything from presidential debates to a festival of roses.

South Carolina boasts a number of historically black colleges and universities, including: Allen University, Benedict College, Claflin University, Clinton Junior College, Denmark Technical College, Morris College, South Carolina State University, and Voorhees College.

TOTAL NUMBER OF SOUTH CAROLINA SCHOOLS: 8
# of Public Schools: 2
# of Private Schools: 6

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