C of Charleston Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 60.03%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1220. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $12,978
- Out-of-State Tuition: $38,296
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at C of Charleston:
- Total Enrollment: 11,926, including 826 online students
- 10,880 Undergraduate, 1,046 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 31.6% men, 68.4% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 66%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 25%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 82%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 110 academic programs available.
- Graduate Programs: 25 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
C of Charleston Overview
College of Charleston (C of Charleston) is a four-year, public school located in Charleston, SC. College of Charleston was newly reclassified as an Research College/University (Master's College and University (medium programs)) in 2025 due to changes in its research activities and doctoral program offerings.
The C of Charleston's tuition & fees is $12,978 for South Carolina residents and $38,296 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 68% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,608.
The school has a total enrollment of 11,926 and the students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1 (6.25%).
C of Charleston's acceptance rate is 60.03% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 11.91%. The median SAT score is 1220 and the ACT score is 27.
C of Charleston ranked 16th in South Carolina Colleges rankings. College of Charleston is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of College of Charleston is $12,978 for in-state students and $38,296 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $16,300 for in-state students and $21,412 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $12,978 for South Carolina residents and $39,790 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $18,671 for South Carolina residents and $11,321 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $12,978 | $38,296 |
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| Graduate | $16,300 | $21,412 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $12,978 | $39,790 |
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| Graduate | $18,671 | $11,321 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
College of Charleston offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at C of Charleston
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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