Conway, SC

Coastal Carolina University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Coastal Carolina University is a four-year, public school located in Conway, SC.
It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Coastal Carolina University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

75% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 21,028 applied, 15,828 accepted, and 2,677 enrolled in Coastal Carolina.
1,047 men and 1,630 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,140 SAT, 23 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,140 and ACT score is 23. The SAT score of 1140 is average, 67 to 74 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total105011401220
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing530580620
Math520560600
ACT Score
Composite212326
Math182225
English202225
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $11,640 for South Carolina residents and $29,628 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $10,764 for South Carolina residents and $21,438 for others.
Tuition has not increased and remains the same as last year at Coastal Carolina University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

7,404 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $11,643.
For freshmen, 2,491 students (94%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $9,939.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 11,348 students enrolled Coastal Carolina in 2025.
By gender, 4,938 men and 6,410 women students are enrolled.
There are 10,811 undergraduate and 537 graduate students.
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95 Major Programs

  • 12 programs through online
  • 18 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Coastal Carolina is 48% and the transfer-out rate is 32%.
The retention rate is 77% for full-time and 77% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
48%
Transfer-out Rate
32%
Retention Rate
77%
Students to Faculty Ratio
17 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 698 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Coastal Carolina and the average faculty salary is $81,705. The studetns to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.
There are 1,767 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $66,313.
Number of Faculties
698
Average Faculty Salary
$81,705
Number of Staffs
1,767
Average Staff Salary
$66,313

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries
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Athletics

Coastal Carolina University is a member of Sun Belt Conference.
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