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General Information About University of South Carolina-Beaufort T The University of South Carolina Beaufort, a small (1,000 to 1,500 students/fall headcount enrollment) senior campus of the state’s largest public university, brings the University of South Carolina’s statewide mission of teaching, research, scholarship, and public service to the rapidly growing Lowcountry of South Carolina. USCB offers baccalaureate degrees that respond to regional needs, draw upon regional strengths, and prepare graduates to participate successfully in communities here and around the globe. The campus also supports the USC Extended Graduate Campus, which provides local access to graduate courses and programs. USCB offers programs in mathematics and the natural sciences, humanities, and professional and social sciences. Its curriculum is designed to promote acquisition of knowledge and, through it, the intellectual dispositions and skills that encourage depth of understanding, tolerance of others and individual accountability. Attracting a racially and culturally diverse student body of varying ages and experiences, the University of South Carolina Beaufort draws its students primarily from the South Carolina Lowcountry, with representation from other parts of the state, other states, and foreign countries. The University encourages students to think analytically and abstractly, to explore options, to see similarities, to be open to differences, to communicate effectively, and to respect each individual. The major intellectual and cultural center for the region, the University enriches the quality of life for area residents of all ages through presentations of the performing and fi ne arts, community service, symposia, research initiatives, and partnerships with area schools, businesses and organizations.
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 - Teacher certification
- Distance learning opportunities
- Weekend/evening college
Student Services - Academic/career counseling service
- 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 - Less than 1 year certificate
- Associate's degree
- 2-4 years certificate
- Bachelor's degree
Campus Setting - Rural: Distant
Disability Services Student - 3% or Less
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Admission Total Applicants 1,141 Percent Admitted 61% Men Admitted 65% Women Admitted 58% Full Time Retention Rate 60% -
Submitted ACT & SAT Scores
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25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Critical Reading 420 530 Math 420 530 -
25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Composite 17 21 English 15 23 Math 16 21
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Tuition & Fees 09-10 Tuition & Fees $7,330 Room & Board Charge $6,100 Books & Supplies Cost $1,132 Dorm Capacity 368 -
Total Financial Aid Amounts Issued Pell Grants $984,403 Other Federal Grants $106,144 Scholarships & Fellowships $2,388,536 Discount Applied to Tuition/Fee $1,862,391 Average Grant Dollars Issued $594,724 Avg. Scholarship and Fellowships $1,194,268 -
Student Demographics Total Enrolled 1,865 Native American 14 Asian 20 African American 283 Hispanic 76 Enrolled FullTime Undergraduates 1,340 Enrolled FullTime Graduates



