2025 Most Expensive South Carolina Public Colleges

In 2025, the average tuition and fees at 9 four-year public South Carolina colleges is $30,754, reflecting a 1.35% increase compared to the previous year.Among the 9 institutions analyzed, tuition rose at 4 colleges, while tuition decreased at 1 colleges.

Clemson University ranks as the most expensive public South Carolina colleges, with tuition and fees reaching $40,866. Known for its prestigious academic programs and strong reputation, Clemson University remains a top choice for students seeking a premium education experience.

Close behind are Citadel Military College of South Carolina at$38,508 and College of Charleston at$38,296 both consistently recognized among the South Carolina Public Colleges with the Highest Tuition & Fees, offering high-quality academic programs and resources.

At these High-Cost South Carolina Public Colleges, the average acceptance rate is 64.81%, and the average SAT score is 1,171, making them not only cost-effective but also accessible options for a wide range of students.

Comparison between South Carolina Public Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees

Table. South Carolina Public Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees Comparison
School NameUndergraduate Tuition & FeesGraduate Tuition & FeesAcceptance RateTotal PopulationSAT ScoreGraduation RateStudents to Faculty Ratio
1
-		Clemson University Clemson, SCPublic, 4-year $40,866
($15,554)
$1,368		$24,798
($12,646)
-		38.34%29,0771,32087.00%16 to 1
2
-		Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SCPublic, 4-year $38,508
($12,570)
$1,138		$18,540
($12,780)
-		22.72%3,7931,19075.00%11 to 1
3
-		College of Charleston Charleston, SCPublic, 4-year $38,296
($12,978)
$1,438		$21,412
($16,300)
$19,086		60.03%11,9261,22066.00%16 to 1
4
-		University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SCPublic, 4-year $36,298
($12,688)
$1,355		$30,160
($14,134)
-		60.15%38,5321,27079.00%19 to 1
5
1		Coastal Carolina University Conway, SCPublic, 4-year $29,628
($11,640)
-		$21,438
($10,764)
-		75.27%11,3481,14048.00%17 to 1
6
1		Winthrop University Rock Hill, SCPublic, 4-year $28,676
($14,678)
$1,610		$30,780
($16,306)
$30		79.25%4,8941,11557.00%13 to 1
7
-		South Carolina State University Orangeburg, SCPublic, 4-year $21,750
($11,060)
-		$22,570
($11,460)
-		82.62%3,242-37.00%19 to 1
8
-		Francis Marion University Florence, SCPublic, 4-year $21,544
($11,170)
-		$21,997
($11,388)
$3		86.39%4,11299043.00%13 to 1
9
-		University of South Carolina Aiken Aiken, SCPublic, 4-year $21,218
($10,760)
-		$30,122
($14,096)
-		78.54%4,0221,12040.00%16 to 1
Average$30,754
($12,566)		$24,646
($13,319)		64.81%12,3271,17159.11%16 to 1