Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 006951
- Phone: (803) 536-7000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
58.13%FINANCIAL AID RATE
97%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
16:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
20FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$6,939Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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University of South Carolina – Upstate
300 College St NE, Orangeburg, SC
University of South Carolina - Upstate is a public institution located in Spartanburg, South Carolina and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Approximately 5,500 students are enrolled per year at University of South Carolina - Upstate.
Students may pick from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Education
- Psychology
Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the school. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to University of South Carolina - Upstate. Scores in a range of 18 - 22 on the ACT or 1300 - 1560 on the SAT are recommended to increase your chances for getting accepted. This school admits approximately 60 percent of students applying. Of those students accepted, about 44 percent registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
The tuition at University of South Carolina - Upstate varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $11,000 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $21,000 per year. Housing is available for students, and generally costs approximately $4,800 per year. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is typically provided as grants or student loans.
The University of South Carolina - Upstate "Spartans" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
Students who would like to view more about this school may take a look at their website at www.uscupstate.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the candidates University of South Carolina – Upstate accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at University of South Carolina – Upstate is about 6,200, with undergraduate students making up about 98% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $15,500. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $45 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $11,000-$13,000
- Out-of-State: $23,000-$27,250
- Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $470-$560 per unit
- Out-of-State: $950-$1,100 per unit
- May offer prepaid tuition rates, allowing tuition to be purchased at current rates for future enrollment.
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 97% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 95% | $7,805 |
Receiving Student Loans | 73% | $6,483 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, University of South Carolina – Upstate may offer student services like:- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2007)
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2007)
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 1988)
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of South Carolina – Upstate is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Big South Conference)
- Basketball (Big South Conference)
- Track and Field (Big South Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by University of South Carolina – Upstate by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Exercise Physiology (B)
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
- Elementary Education (B, M)
- Early Childhood Education (B, M)
- Secondary Education (B)
- Special Education (B)
- Middle School Teacher (B)
- Physical Education (B)
- ESL (C)
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
History
- History (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to University of South Carolina – Upstate.
- University of South Carolina - Union in Sumter, SC (28 miles away)
- University of North Carolina at Asheville in Greensboro, NC (54 miles away)
- Winthrop University in Kingstree, SC (55 miles away)
- Lander University in Columbia, SC (56 miles away)
- University of South Carolina - Lancaster in Columbia, SC (70 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- Browse through our complete list of colleges in South Carolina
- Get a list of all state universities in South Carolina
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 006951
- Phone: (803) 536-7000
- School Homepage