Coker College provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Hartsville, SC and operated as a private institution. Over 1,100 students enroll at Coker per year.
Students can choose from many areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Social Sciences
- Education
- Public Administration And Social Services
The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 890 - 1100 on the SAT and in a range of 18 - 24 for the ACT exam is typical among students admitted to this school. Approximately 50 percent of all students that applied were admitted at this school, with 33 percent of those accepted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found at coker.edu.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $24,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's net price calculator to understand their costs. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $3,700. Some students at Coker may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.
The Coker College "Cobras" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Sports available may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Golf (NCAA Division II)
Students should visit the school's http://www.coker.edu to view additional information.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the candidates Coker College accepts. The details may include 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 Coker College is about 1,300. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 18% enrolling as graduate students and 94% as undergraduate students.
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
- Tuition is estimated to be around $29,000 per year for in-state and nonresident students
- Part time students pay in the range of $1,100 to $1,300 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 99% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 99% | $18,248 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 79% | $7,916 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Coker College may offer student services like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Employment search assistance
Graduation Rates
The overall graduation rate of Coker is close to 43%.
| Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
|---|---|
| Students Graduating in 4 Years | 39% |
| Graduating in 5 Years | 5% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation (since 1940)
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 2012)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Coker College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II (without football) classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (South Atlantic Conference)
- Basketball (South Atlantic Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, X-Country
- 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 Coker College 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
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Commerce (B)
- Business Administration (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
Education
- Teacher Education and Professional Development (M)
- Elementary Education (B)
- Early Childhood Education (B)
- Mathematics Teacher Education (B)
- Social Studies Teacher Education (B)
- Biology Teacher Education (B)
- English and Language Arts Teacher Education (B)
- Chemistry Teacher Education
- Art Teacher Education
- Physical Education
- Music Teacher Education
- Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
- Technical and Business Writing (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
- Counseling Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Management (B, M)
- Kinesiology And Exercise Science (B)
- Health and Physical Education, Fitness (B)
- Parks, Recreation, Leisure, and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Criminology (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Political Science (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Music (B)
- Dance (B)
- Acting (B)
- Voice and Opera (B)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts
- Photography
- Theatre Design and Technology
- Graphic Design
- Commercial and Advertising Art
- Piano and Organ
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Coker College.
- Francis Marion University in Florence, SC (26 miles away)
- University of South Carolina - Lancaster in Lancaster, SC (48 miles away)
- University of North Carolina at Pembroke in Pembroke, NC (54 miles away)
- Winthrop University in Rock Hill, SC (66 miles away)
- Coastal Carolina University in Conway, SC (71 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- See all colleges in South Carolina
- See all private colleges in South Carolina
Data Disclaimer
Information displayed on this page has been obtained from Institution, State, and Federal data sources, including the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Survey 2010-2016. Information should be solely used for informational purposes only and may not be accurate for the current year. Contact Coker College for official up-to-date information.