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Best Colleges in South Carolina

All 51 colleges in South Carolina, ranked by overall quality and led by Clemson University, Wofford College and Furman University. 23 public, 28 private. median out-of-state tuition $21,750. lowest in-state tuition $4,468 at Horry-Georgetown Technical College. Each school below shows its acceptance rate, tuition and average SAT.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best college in South Carolina?

Based on our overall rankings, Clemson University is the top-ranked college in South Carolina. Other strong choices include Wofford College, Furman University, Citadel Military College of South Carolina.

How many colleges are in South Carolina?

We track 51 four-year colleges in South Carolina, including 23 public institutions and 28 private ones.

How much does college cost in South Carolina?

The average out-of-state tuition across colleges we track in South Carolina is approximately $21,750 per year. In-state students at public schools typically pay significantly less, and most schools offer financial aid that reduces the effective cost.

What are the best public colleges in South Carolina?

The best public colleges in South Carolina include Clemson University, Citadel Military College of South Carolina, University of South Carolina-Columbia. Public universities typically offer lower tuition for in-state residents.

What are the best private colleges in South Carolina?

The best private colleges in South Carolina include Wofford College, Furman University, Presbyterian College. Private colleges may offer more generous financial aid despite higher sticker prices.

How are these South Carolina rankings determined?

Our overall rankings are calculated independently from publicly available data including U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, IPEDS, and aggregated student-experience signals — not from US News or any other publication.

By major in South Carolina

  1. 1. Clemson University — Clemson, SC · 38.3% acceptance · SAT 1,353 · $40,866 tuition · 87% grad rate
  2. 2. Wofford College — Spartanburg, SC · 51.9% acceptance · SAT 1,296 · $56,005 tuition · 84% grad rate
  3. 3. Furman University — Greenville, SC · 43% acceptance · SAT 1,371 · $59,770 tuition · 79% grad rate
  4. 4. Citadel Military College of South Carolina — Charleston, SC · 92.8% acceptance · SAT 1,208 · $38,508 tuition · 75% grad rate
  5. 5. University of South Carolina-Columbia — Columbia, SC · 60.2% acceptance · SAT 1,297 · $35,972 tuition · 79% grad rate
  6. 6. College of Charleston — Charleston, SC · 60% acceptance · SAT 1,247 · $38,296 tuition · 66% grad rate
  7. 7. Presbyterian College — Clinton, SC · 68.4% acceptance · SAT 1,118 · $44,910 tuition · 51% grad rate
  8. 8. Bob Jones University — Greenville, SC · $24,470 tuition · 65% grad rate
  9. 9. Anderson University — Anderson, SC · 54.7% acceptance · SAT 1,202 · $34,970 tuition · 66% grad rate
  10. 10. Winthrop University — Rock Hill, SC · 79.3% acceptance · SAT 1,139 · $28,676 tuition · 57% grad rate
  11. 11. Coastal Carolina University — Conway, SC · 75.3% acceptance · SAT 1,143 · $29,628 tuition · 48% grad rate
  12. 12. Southern Wesleyan University — Central, SC · 99.5% acceptance · SAT 1,140 · $29,800 tuition · 52% grad rate
  13. 13. Converse University — Spartanburg, SC · 67.7% acceptance · SAT 1,138 · $25,240 tuition · 54% grad rate
  14. 14. North Greenville University — Tigerville, SC · 66.7% acceptance · SAT 1,156 · $25,800 tuition · 55% grad rate
  15. 15. Erskine College — Due West, SC · 62.7% acceptance · $36,710 tuition · 45% grad rate
  16. 16. American College of the Building Arts — Charleston, SC · 44.4% acceptance · SAT 1,190 · $21,500 tuition · 62% grad rate
  17. 17. Newberry College — Newberry, SC · 89.8% acceptance · $31,100 tuition · 45% grad rate
  18. 18. Claflin University — Orangeburg, SC · 64.9% acceptance · $18,282 tuition · 52% grad rate
  19. 19. University of South Carolina-Upstate — Spartanburg, SC · 67.3% acceptance · SAT 1,099 · $23,090 tuition · 43% grad rate
  20. 20. Lander University — Greenwood, SC · 81.3% acceptance · SAT 1,057 · $21,300 tuition · 50% grad rate
  21. 21. Charleston Southern University — Charleston, SC · 96.5% acceptance · SAT 1,059 · $32,520 tuition · 47% grad rate
  22. 22. Francis Marion University — Florence, SC · 86.4% acceptance · SAT 1,015 · $21,544 tuition · 43% grad rate
  23. 23. Columbia International University — Columbia, SC · 94.5% acceptance · $27,900 tuition · 55% grad rate
  24. 24. University of South Carolina Aiken — Aiken, SC · 78.5% acceptance · SAT 1,120 · $21,218 tuition · 40% grad rate
  25. 25. Columbia College — Columbia, SC · 93.9% acceptance · $22,214 tuition · 45% grad rate
  26. 26. University of South Carolina Beaufort — Bluffton, SC · 72.5% acceptance · $21,776 tuition · 34% grad rate
  27. 27. Coker University — Hartsville, SC · 94% acceptance · $33,416 tuition · 40% grad rate
  28. 28. University of South Carolina-Sumter — Sumter, SC · 74.1% acceptance · $18,238 tuition · 39% grad rate
  29. 29. University of South Carolina-Union — Union, SC · 62.2% acceptance · $18,238 tuition · 48% grad rate
  30. 30. Strayer University-South Carolina — Greenville, SC · $13,920 tuition · 17% grad rate
  31. 31. Voorhees University — Denmark, SC · $12,630 tuition · 43% grad rate
  32. 32. South Carolina State University — Orangeburg, SC · 82.6% acceptance · $21,750 tuition · 37% grad rate
  33. 33. Horry-Georgetown Technical College — Conway, SC · $8,836 tuition · 32% grad rate
  34. 34. Trident Technical College — Charleston, SC · $8,620 tuition · 30% grad rate
  35. 35. Galen Health Institutes-Myrtle Beach — Myrtle Beach, SC · $16,364 tuition
  36. 36. Medical University of South Carolina — Charleston, SC
  37. 37. Aiken Technical College — Graniteville, SC · $7,924 tuition · 26% grad rate
  38. 38. Florence-Darlington Technical College — Florence, SC · $6,772 tuition · 27% grad rate
  39. 39. University of South Carolina-Lancaster — Lancaster, SC · 83.4% acceptance · $18,238 tuition · 25% grad rate
  40. 40. Spartanburg Methodist College — Spartanburg, SC · 78.2% acceptance · $20,650 tuition · 43% grad rate
  41. 41. Benedict College — Columbia, SC · 95.7% acceptance · $17,440 tuition · 24% grad rate
  42. 42. Midlands Technical College — West Columbia, SC · $14,700 tuition · 18% grad rate
  43. 43. Technical College of the Lowcountry — Beaufort, SC · $11,916 tuition · 18% grad rate
  44. 44. University of South Carolina-Salkehatchie — Allendale, SC · 76% acceptance · $18,238 tuition · 30% grad rate
  45. 45. South University-Columbia — Columbia, SC · $18,145 tuition · 13% grad rate
  46. 46. Limestone University — Gaffney, SC · 97.3% acceptance · SAT 1,000 · $26,470 tuition · 35% grad rate
  47. 47. Clinton College — Rock Hill, SC · $11,136 tuition · 14% grad rate
  48. 48. Morris College — Sumter, SC · $16,664 tuition · 17% grad rate
  49. 49. Allen University — Columbia, SC · 72.5% acceptance · $14,304 tuition · 13% grad rate
  50. 50. Sherman College of Chiropractic — Boiling Springs, SC
  51. 51. Charleston School of Law — Charleston, SC

Best Colleges in South Carolina on PickACampus