| Columbia, South Carolina | Location | College Station, Texas |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
In-State$12,688
Out-Of-State$34,934 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | In-State$13,099
Out-Of-State$40,328 |
| 93% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 61% |
| $6,907 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $10,800 |
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| 64.05 % | Acceptance Rates | 62.65 % |
| 24.33 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 45.91 % |
| 1,280 | SAT Score | 1,270 |
| 29 | ACT Score | 28 |
| 78 % | Graduation Rate | 83 % |
| 15 % | Transfer-out Rate | 9 % |
| 90 % | Retention Rate | 95 % |
| 35,653 | Student Population | 74,014 |
| 1,693 | Number of Faculties | 3,299 |
| 18 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 18 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |
