University of South Carolina - Beaufort provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Bluffton, South Carolina and publically funded. USC Beaufort has a yearly student enrollment of about 1,800.
Areas of study offered at USC Beaufort include:
- Business Administration
- Nursing
- Early Childhood Education
- Hospitality Administration and Management
- Social Sciences
The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 840 to 1020 on the SAT and in a range of 17 to 22 for the ACT exam is common among students admitted to this school. This school has an acceptance rate of 74% of which only 41% chose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.
Tuition & fees at this school vary for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs around $9,000 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $19,000 annually. Housing is available for students and costs about $5,200 each year. Students attending University of South Carolina - Beaufort may qualify for aid which is generally loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
Athletic programs are available at University of South Carolina - Beaufort through the NAIA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs that are available may include:
- Baseball (NAIA Division II)
- Golf (NAIA Division II)
- Track and Field, Outdoor (NAIA Division II)
- Track and Field, X-Country (NAIA Division II)
Students should visit the school's http://www.uscb.edu to see additional information.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the students University of South Carolina – Beaufort accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at University of South Carolina – Beaufort is around 2,000 students, where graduate students make up roughly 25% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $14,000. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $40 application fee for students applying to the school. 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: $9,500-$11,000
- Out-of-State: $20,000-$23,520
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $390-$470 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $820-$980 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 93% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 86% | $6,265 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 70% | $6,253 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, University of South Carolina – Beaufort may provide student services like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Career path counseling
- Employment search assistance
Graduation Rates
The overall graduation rate of USC Beaufort is close to 27%.
| Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
|---|---|
| Students Graduating in 4 Years | 10% |
| Graduating in 5 Years | 12% |
| Graduating in 6 Years | 5% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2009)
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2009)
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 2008)
Intercollegiate Athletics
USC Beaufort is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Florida Sun Conference)
- Golf
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
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 – Beaufort 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
- Business Administration (B)
- Hospitality Administration and Management (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Public Health Education and Promotion
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Computational Science (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Social Sciences
- Social 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 – Beaufort.
- University of South Carolina - Salkehatchie in Allendale, SC (56 miles away)
- College of Coastal Georgia in Brunswick, GA (85 miles away)
- University of South Carolina - Aiken in Aiken, SC (101 miles away)
- University of South Carolina - Sumter in Sumter, SC (116 miles away)
- Lander University in Greenwood, SC (149 miles away)
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