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Coastal Carolina University

108 James P. Blanton Circle, Conway, SC 29526

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 00345100
  • President: Dr. David A. Decenzo
  • Type: 4 Year Public
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Master's
  • Local Area: Small City
  • Student Enrollment: 8,706
  • College Mascot: Chanticleers

Coastal Carolina University

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Student Services Offered

  • Academic or Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Assistance For Graduates

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning
  • Study Abroad
  • Teaching K-12 Certification Offered

    • - Can Complete Preparation With Specialization

    - State Approved for Certification

  • ROTC

    • - Army

Website:

www.coastal.edu

Mission Statement

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Accreditation

  • Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Masters Colleges and Universities (Smaller Programs)
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • - Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, Some Graduate Coexistence
  • Graduate Classification
    • - Postbaccalaureate with Arts & Sciences (Education Dominant)
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • - Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Higher Transfer-In
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - Very High Undergraduate
  • Size Classification
    • - Medium Four-Year, Primarily Residential
*Not all of the programs above may be offered

Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Coastal Carolina University directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

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Biology Degree-70-
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Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography Degree-8411
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Business and Marketing Studies

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Accounting Degree-63-
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Auditing Degree---
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Business Administration Degree-15131
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Business Economics Degree-17-
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Finance Degree-37-
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Marketing Degree-103-
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Resort Management Degree-27-
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Communications and Journalism

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Communications Degree-102-
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Computer and Information Sciences

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Computer Degree-23-
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Information Science Studies Degree-5-
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Education

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Early Childhood Education Degree-576
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Education Degree--4
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Education Administration Degree---
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Elementary Education Degree-4212
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Physical Education Degree-19-
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Secondary Education Degree--43
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Special Education Teaching Degree-11-
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Teacher Education, Multiple Levels Degree--13
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Middle School Education Degree-11-
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English Language and Literature

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English Language and Literature Degree-45-
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Foreign Languages and Literature

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Spanish Language and Literature Degree-9-
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Health and Clinical Professions

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Nursing Degree---
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Public Health Education and Promotion Degree-64-
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History

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History Degree-59-
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Liberal Arts and Sciences

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Liberal Arts Degree-27-
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Mathematics and Statistics

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Applied Mathematics Degree-9-
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Philosophy and Religious Studies

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Philosophy Degree-7-
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Physical Sciences

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Chemistry Degree-4-
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Physics Degree-1-
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Psychology

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Psychology Degree-85-
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Recreation and Fitness Studies

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Kinesiology and Exercise Science Degree-41-
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Sport and Fitness Administration, Management Degree-58-
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Social Sciences

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Political Science Degree-56-
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Sociology Degree-33-
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Visual and Performing Arts

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Drama Degree-7-
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Fine Studio Arts Degree-21-
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Graphic Design Degree-11-
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Music Degree-15-
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Theatre Arts and Stagecraft, Other Degree-5-
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Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Quick Facts

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates Coastal Carolina University accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, a range of SAT/ACT scores of accepted students, as well as any college credits that may be accepted. This information can be used to get a better idea of your chances of getting into Coastal Carolina University.

Also, make sure to visit the admissions office webpage (http://www.coastal.edu), where you can learn more about any additional application requirements and deadlines.

The Coastal Carolina University admissions office phone number is (843) 349-2026. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

You can also apply online here: http://www.coastal.edu

Admissions Links

Application Fees

  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $45.00 Fall 2010
  • Graduate Application Fee: $45.00 Fall 2010

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credit
  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • High School or Secondary School GPA
    • - Recommended
  • High School or Secondary School Record
    • - Required
  • College Preparatory Program Completion
    • - Required
  • Recommendation Consideration
    • - Recommended
  • Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...)
    • - Required
  • TOEFL
    • - Required

Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2010

 MaleFemaleTotal
Number of Applicants4,3535,2869,639
Number Granted Admission (%)3,142 (72%)4,028 (76%)7,170 (74%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)914 (29%)1,092 (27%)2,006 (28%)

Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2010

 NumberPercent (%)
SAT ® Exam1,34667%
ACT ® Exam65133%

SAT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2010

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
SAT ® Critical Reading450530
SAT ® Math460560
SAT ® Writing--

ACT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2010

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
ACT ® Composite1821
ACT ® English--
ACT ® Math--

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 8,706

    • - Undergraduate: 8,203

    - Graduate: 503

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 3,828

    - Female: 4,532

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.8 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 3,700

    - Female: 4,220

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.9 : 1

  • Graduate Gender

    • - Male: 128

    - Female: 312

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.4 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 7,254

    - Part-Time: 1,106

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 7,138

    - Part-Time: 782

  • Graduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 116

    - Part-Time: 324

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien1091%
American Indian310.4%
Black1,50417%
Asian650.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander120.1%
Hispanic2593%
White6,55175%
Unknown250.3%

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 182263%
Ages 18-192,96035%
Ages 20-212,62031%
Ages 22-241,51218%
Ages 25-295126%
Ages 30-341952%
Ages 35-39951%
Ages 40-491372%
Ages 50-65821%
Age Over 65210.3%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Graduation and Retention Rates Quick Facts

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

  • Full-Time Students: 63%
  • Part-Time Students: 43%

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students46%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male43%
Female50%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
Non-Resident Alien50%
American Indian50%
Black51%
Asian29%
Hispanic35%
White46%
Unknown30%

Graduation Rates By Number of Years to Graduate

 (%) of Entering Class
4 Years or Less25%
5 Years43%
6 Years46%

Tuition & Fees

Disclaimer:

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

  • Tuition Payment Plan

    - Allows tuition to be paid in installments over an agreed upon period of time.

To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Coastal Carolina University, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://www.coastal.edu

Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Average Net Price$12,782$13,266$14,673
$0 - $30,000$10,476$10,758$10,720
$30,000 - $48,000$11,932$11,545$12,885
$48,001 - $75,000$14,861$15,169$15,983
$75,001 - $110,000$16,424$16,647$17,075
More Than $110,000$17,116$17,290$17,503

Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
In-District Tuition and Fees$9,760$9,390$8,950
In-State Tuition and Fees$9,760$9,390$8,950
Out of State Tuition and Fees$21,560$20,270$18,770
Books and Supplies$1,082$1,062$1,071

Undergraduate Housing Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
Room and Board$7,700$7,350$7,200
Other Expenses$3,604$3,536$4,465
Off Campus
Room and Board$7,964$8,166$8,088
Other Expenses$4,076$4,000$4,516
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$4,297$4,000$4,745

Undergraduate Total Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
In-District$22,146$21,338$21,686
In-State$22,146$21,338$21,686
Out of State$33,946$32,218$31,506
Off Campus
In-District$22,882$22,618$22,625
In-State$22,882$22,618$22,625
Out of State$34,682$33,498$32,445
Off Campus with Family
In-District$15,139$14,668$14,766
In-State$15,139$14,668$14,766
Out of State$26,939$25,548$24,586

Financial Aid

Disclaimer

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Financial Aid Quick Facts

Financial Aid Office Phone Number

The Coastal Carolina University financial aid office phone number is (843) 349-2313. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

Financial Aid Office Webpage

Financial Aid Office

Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

 # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid1,81591%-
Any Grant or Scholarship Aid1,48874%$7,258
All Federal Grants79240%$4,977
Pell Grants79140%$4,199
Other Federal Grants71836%$864
State/Local Grants & Scholarships93347%$4,787
Institutional Grants & Scholarships48124%$4,973
All Student Loans1,45973%$7,329
Federal Student Loans1,44672%$5,568
Other Student Loans19510%$13,549

Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

 200920082007
Default Rate (%)4.0%3.0%2.9%
Number in Default614340
Number in Repayment1,5051,4171,335

Housing & Meals

Campus Housing Information - Room & Board

  • Are On-Campus Board or Meal Plans Provided?:

    • - Yes, however the number of meals may vary per week.

  • Is Living On-Campus Required?:

    • - No

On-Campus Dorms - Details

  • Total Dormatory Capacity: 3,635
  • Estimated Cost for On-Campus Dorm: $5,000

Crime & Safety

Arrests Made Per Year

This table reports the number of arrests made per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Off Campus Surrounding Area
Drug Related--1
Liquor Related--4
On Campus
Weapons Related42-
Drug Related453215
Liquor Related1288741
Nearby Public Area
Weapons Related--1
Drug Related--4
Liquor Related--6
Residence Hall
Weapons Related42-
Drug Related413014
Liquor Related1157326

Criminal Offenses Per Year

This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Off Campus Surrounding Area
Robbery--1
Aggravated Assault--1
Burglary--1
Arson-1-
On Campus
Forcible Rape1-8
Aggravated Assault243
Burglary883657
Vehicle Theft34-
Arson--1
Residence Hall
Forcible Rape1-8
Aggravated Assault132
Burglary793256
Arson--1

Sports & Teams

Athletic Associations

  • Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

NCAA or NAIA Conferences

  • College Football Conference: Big South Conference
  • College Basketball Conference: Big South Conference
  • College Baseball Conference: Big South Conference
  • College Track & Field Conference: Big South Conference

Student Aid Amounts for Athletes

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Total Aid$5,622,871$3,290,941$2,331,930
Ratio (%)100%59%41%

Sports and Players Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Athletes467255212
Unduplicated Athletes407251156
Baseball3636-
Basketball291316
All Track Combined15451103
Football105105-
Golf19109
Soccer663333
Softball24-24
Tennis17710
Volleyball17-17

Coaches Salary Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Head Coaches-$119,049$57,268
Assistant Coaches-$62,594$34,515

Number of Coaches Per Team

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Coaches563323
Baseball44-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches33-
Basketball844
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches633
All Track Combined1266
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches1055
Football1111-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches1010-
Golf422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
Soccer743
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches532
Softball4-4
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches3-3
Tennis321
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches11-
Volleyball3-3
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches2-2

Faculty & Instructors

Employee Type Breakdown

 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees1,3631,027336
Faculty Status569374195
Tenured Faculty164164-
Graduate Assistants64-64
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service550355195
Primarily Instruction550355195
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial25241
Other Professionals35431341
Technical and/or Paraprofessional43433599
Clerical And Secretarial905733
Skilled Crafts43421
Service and/or Maintenance1078720

Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$61,375 (338)$63,825 (195)$58,035 (143)
Professor$83,433 (59)$84,077 (43)$81,704 (16)
Associate Professor$70,025 (89)$70,014 (57)$70,044 (32)
Assistant Professor$58,234 (104)$57,407 (56)$59,199 (48)
Instructor$44,539 (11)$43,961 (6)$45,233 (5)
Lecturer$40,583 (75)$41,246 (33)$40,062 (42)
11/12 Month Contract
All Faculty$83,528 (17)$85,476 (9)$81,337 (8)
Professor$116,117 (4)$113,680 (2)$118,555 (2)
Associate Professor$100,095 (4)$123,447 (1)$92,311 (3)
Instructor$66,935 (2)$89,919 (1)$43,950 (1)
Lecturer$60,180 (7)$65,712 (5)$46,350 (2)
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$61,709 (355)$64,094 (204)$58,486 (151)
Professor$84,168 (63)$84,474 (45)$83,404 (18)
Associate Professor$70,535 (93)$70,548 (58)$70,514 (35)
Assistant Professor$58,234 (104)$57,407 (56)$59,199 (48)
Instructor$46,112 (13)$48,191 (7)$43,687 (6)
Lecturer$41,322 (82)$42,893 (38)$39,965 (44)
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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