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ACCEPTANCE RATE

49.65%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

12:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

24

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$16,189

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Average 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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Charleston Southern University (CSU)

316 Boulevard, Anderson, SC

CSU is a nonprofit private institution located in Charleston, South Carolina and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. The Baptist affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Enrollment at Charleston Southern University is nearly 3,200 yearly.

Areas of study offered at Charleston Southern University include but are not limited to:

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Psychology
  • Security And Protective Services
  • Recreation And Fitness Studies
  • Health And Clinical Professions

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. Most students accepted to CSU have an SAT score in a range of 880 - 1098, or an ACT score in a range of 19 - 24. Roughly 60% of all students that applied were accepted at Charleston Southern University, with 31% of those accepted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at csuniv.edu.

The cost of tuition is approximately $23,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attendance. Students enrolled at CSU may be eligible for aid which is generally loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Charleston Southern University is the "Buccaneers", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include the following:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Golf (NCAA Division I-AA)

Contact information, academics information, programs offered, and more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.csuniv.edu.

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants CSU accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits

Student Enrollment

Charleston Southern University has a total student population of about 3,400, where graduate students make up roughly 17% of the student body.

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

  • The estimated tuition range is around $26,000-$31,000 per year
  • The estimated tuition for part time students is around $470 to $560 per unit
  • The estimated cost for room and board is around $12,000, which includes twenty-one meals provided per week

Financial Aid Details

The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.

 Percent of StudentsAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid100%-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships100%$20,441
Receiving Student Loans72%$5,974
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Charleston Southern University may provide services to students including:

  • Distance learning
  • Weekend and night classes available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Student employment

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

  • Music Program
  • Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) Program
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
  • Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program

Intercollegiate Athletics

CSU is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Big South Conference)
  • Basketball (Big South Conference)
  • Track and Field (Big South Conference)
  • Football (Big South Conference)
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
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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.

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Get more information about the programs offered by Charleston Southern University 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,...)

  • English Language and Literature

  • Mathematics and Statistics

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