2025 Most Expensive South Carolina Colleges

In 2025, the average tuition and fees at 28 four-year South Carolina colleges is $29,695, reflecting a -1.27% increase compared to the previous year.Among the 28 institutions analyzed, tuition rose at 16 colleges, while tuition decreased at only 1 colleges.

Furman University ranks as the most expensive South Carolina colleges, with tuition and fees reaching $59,770. Known for its prestigious academic programs and strong reputation, Furman University remains a top choice for students seeking a premium education experience.

Close behind are Wofford College at$56,005 and Presbyterian College at$44,910 both consistently recognized among the South Carolina Colleges with the Highest Tuition & Fees, offering high-quality academic programs and resources.

For these well-regarded South Carolina Colleges with the Highest Tuition & Fees, the average acceptance rate is 55.59% and the average SAT score is 1,238, indicating a moderately selective admissions process.

Comparison between South Carolina Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees

Table. South Carolina Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees Comparison
School NameUndergraduate Tuition & FeesGraduate Tuition & FeesAcceptance RateTotal PopulationSAT ScoreGraduation RateStudents to Faculty Ratio
1
-		Furman University Greenville, SCPrivate, 4-year $59,770
$1,458		$14,796
$174		42.95%2,5541,34079.00%10 to 1
2
-		Wofford College Spartanburg, SCPrivate, 4-year $56,005
$1,905		-51.94%1,8171,27784.00%12 to 1
3
-		Presbyterian College Clinton, SCPrivate, 4-year $44,910
$1,610		$58,290
$2,290		68.37%1,0951,10051.00%11 to 1
4
-		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
5
-		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
6
-		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
7
-		Erskine College Due West, SCPrivate, 4-year $36,710
-		$14,400
$50		62.74%912-45.00%15 to 1
8
-		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
9
-		Anderson University Anderson, SCPrivate, 4-year $34,970
$1,390		$13,759
$1,724		54.71%4,7101,19066.00%13 to 1
10
-		Coker University Hartsville, SCPrivate, 4-year $33,416
$1,562		$16,960
-		93.96%1,325-40.00%12 to 1
Average$41,975
($13,448)		$23,679
($13,965)		55.59%9,5741,23867.20%14 to 1