School Highlights
University of South Carolina-Lancaster serves 1,809 students (39% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 1,809 students
- In-state tuition: $6,686
- Out-state tuition: $16,130
- Acceptance Rate: 88%
- Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
- Minority enrollment: 96%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 125 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
University of South Carolina-Lancaster
(SC) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
125 staff
177 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of University of South Carolina-Lancaster has grown by 10% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 has increased from 13:1 over five years.
The University of South Carolina-Lancaster diversity score of 0.49 is less than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,809 students
1,619 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
704 students
514 students
# Part-Time Students
1,105 students
1,105 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
109 students
359 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
704 students
514 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,105 students
1,105 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
260 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
2%
% Asian
16%
28%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
6%
7%
% White
4%
4%
% Hawaiian
69%
56%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
Diversity Score
0.49
0.60
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.219%
0.2629%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2967%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$50,100
$28,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $6,686 is more than the state average of $5,692. The in-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $16,130 is more than the state average of $10,568. The out-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$6,686
$5,692
Out-State Tuition Fees
$16,130
$10,568
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,387
$11,729
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
88%
88%
SAT Total Avg.
893
888
SAT Reading
435
430
SAT Math
458
458
SAT Writing
n/a
413
ACT Total Avg.
54
53
ACT Composite
18
18
ACT English
18
17
ACT Math
18
18
ACT Writing
n/a
6
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Established in 1959, USC Lancaster admits all students who show promise of academic success. Most of USCL's students are first generation college students from rural areas, small towns, and cities across the central Piedmont area of the Carolinas. Through a broad commitment to equity, an extensive scholarship and financial aid program, and a variety of weekday and evening course offerings, USC Lancaster seeks to make education accessible, affordable, and convenient to the residents of this area.We are more than proud of our history, we are also excited about the future. In 2000, USC Lancaster opened a $10.7 million building, the James A. Bradley Arts and Sciences Building. In 2003, the campus completed another major building project with the expansion and renovation ofMedford Library. In 2005, the campus opened the Carole Ray Dowling Health Services Center on newly acquired property adjacent to the campus. In 2013, the campus broke ground on a new classroom building, Founders Hall, to be opened in 2014.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does University of South Carolina-Lancaster cost?
University of South Carolina-Lancaster's tuition is approximately $6,686 for In-State students and $16,130 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of University of South Carolina-Lancaster?
The acceptance rate of University of South Carolina-Lancaster is 88%, which is equal to the state average of 88%.
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