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General Information About South Carolina State University South Carolina State University (SC State) is a historically Black public 1890 land-grant senior comprehensive institution of approximately 4,500-6,000 students. Located in Orangeburg, South Carolina, SC State University is committed to providing affordable and accessible quality baccalaureate programs in the areas of business, applied professional sciences, mathematics, natural sciences, engineering, engineering technology, education, arts, and humanities. A number of programs are offered at the master’s level in teaching, human services and agribusiness, and the educational specialist and doctorate programs are offered in educational administration. SC State University prepares highly skilled, competent and socially aware graduates to enable them to work and live productively in a dynamic, global society. Through technology and traditional methods of teaching and learning, research and service, the University enhances the quality of life of citizens and contributes to the economic development of the state and nation.
Institutional statistical data was gathered from the U.S. Department of Education - Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics.Institution Type - 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities - ROTC (Army, Air Force)
- Teacher certification
- Distance learning opportunities
- Study abroad
- Weekend/evening college
Student Services - Academic/career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted - Dual credit
- Credit for life experiences
- Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation - Not applicable
Federal Aid - Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates offered - Bachelor's degree
- Postbaccalaureate certificate
- Master's degree
- Post-master's certificate
Campus Setting - Town: Distant
Disability Services Student - 3% or Less
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Admission Total Applicants 4,204 Percent Admitted 75% Men Admitted 85% Women Admitted 69% Full Time Retention Rate 67% -
Submitted ACT & SAT Scores
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25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Critical Reading 370 470 Math 370 470 -
25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Composite 15 17
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Tuition & Fees 09-10 Tuition & Fees $8,462 Room & Board Charge $8,862 Books & Supplies Cost $1,200 Dorm Capacity 2,664 -
Total Financial Aid Amounts Issued Pell Grants $9,784,153 Other Federal Grants $2,009,274 Scholarships & Fellowships $25,770,849 Discount Applied to Tuition/Fee $8,842,167 Average Grant Dollars Issued $2,097,154 Avg. Scholarship and Fellowships $12,885,425 -
Student Demographics Total Enrolled 5,686 Native American 9 Asian 14 African American 5,274 Hispanic 19 Enrolled FullTime Undergraduates 3,488 Enrolled FullTime Graduates 272
