South Carolina State University
300 College St Ne
Orangeburg, SC 29117-0001
(803) 536-7000
Orangeburg, SC 29117-0001
(803) 536-7000
Website: www.scsu.edu
Location: Southeast
Location: Southeast
Calendar: Semester
Overview
Get a snapshot of South Carolina State University with this general overview, ncluding student enrollment and graduation rates, average test scores, student demographics, and more.About South Carolina State University
South Carolina State University was founded in 1896 as South Carolina's first public historically black college. Since its inception, South Carolina State University has educated generations of ethnically diverse student groups studying subjects from English to accounting to political science. Besides traditional coursework, South Carolina State takes pride in offering several unique study paths, such as the bachelor's degree in nuclear engineering and the master's of science degree in transportation studies.South Carolina State University's hometown of Orangeburg, South Carolina has a pleasant year-round climate with warm summers and mild winters. Recreational opportunities abound, including hiking, golfing, fishing, and canoeing. Every year, Orangeburg County hosts exciting community events, such as the Governor's Frog Jump and the Orangeburg Festival of Roses.
School Characteristics
Student Population: 4,294Type: Public
Tuition: $8,995
Length of Study: Four or more years
Religious Affiliation: None
Test Scores & GPA
Average GPA: GPA UnavailableAverage ACT: 16
Average SAT: 850
School Profile
Total Enrollment: 4,294Retention Rate: 69%
Graduation Rate: 53%
School Accreditation
National: YesRegional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Comm. on Colleges
Federal: Yes
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The data on this page is from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
