South Carolina State University

Orangeburg, SC · Public

Acceptance rate
83%
Average SAT
ACT midpoint
17
Enrollment
2,934
In-state tuition
$11,060
Out-of-state tuition
$21,750
Avg net price
$18,097
4-yr grad rate

Test scores

ACT midpoint: 17

Popular programs at South Carolina State University

Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.

#ProgramStairway RankingGraduates/yr
1Biology, General.41
2Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General.31
3Criminal Justice and Corrections.24
4Business Administration, Management and Operations.21
5Psychology, General.20
6Communication and Media Studies.18
7Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.18
8Accounting and Related Services.15
9Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians.14
10Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.14
11Social Work.13
12Marketing.12
13Nuclear Engineering.11
14Political Science and Government.10
15Computer and Information Sciences, General.8
16Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians.5
17Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services.5
18Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.5
19Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft.5
20Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.4

Showing top 20 of 34 programs

Frequently asked questions

What is the acceptance rate at South Carolina State University?

South Carolina State University has an acceptance rate of 83% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.

What SAT score do I need for South Carolina State University?

SAT score data for South Carolina State University is not currently published.

How much does South Carolina State University cost?

The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at South Carolina State University is approximately $18,097 per year.

What is the graduation rate at South Carolina State University?

4-year graduation rate data for South Carolina State University is not currently published.

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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.