The student population of University of South Carolina-Lancaster has declined by 5% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 has decreased from 31:1 over five years.
The University of South Carolina-Lancaster diversity score of 0.50 is less than the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,640 students
1,682 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
715 students
739 students
# Part-Time Students
925 students
943 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
260 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
3%
2%
% Hispanic
4%
7%
% Black
17%
25%
% White
68%
53%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Unknown races
3%
9%
Diversity Score
0.50
0.64
College Completion Rate
22%
20%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$50,100
$28,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $6,686 is more than the state average of $5,692. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $16,130 is more than the state average of $10,568. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$6,686
$5,692
Out-State Tuition Fees
$16,130
$10,568
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$22,724
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,750
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
82%
73%
SAT Total Avg.
893
888
SAT Reading
435
430
SAT Math
458
458
SAT Writing
n/a
413
ACT Total Avg.
54
53
ACT Composite
18
18
ACT English
18
17
ACT Math
18
18
ACT Writing
n/a
6
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
Established in 1959, USC Lancaster admits all students who show
promise of academic success. Most of USCL's students are
first generation college students from rural areas, small towns,
and cities across the central Piedmont area of the Carolinas.
Through a broad commitment to equity, an extensive scholarship and
financial aid program, and a variety of weekday and evening course
offerings, USC Lancaster seeks to make education accessible,
affordable, and convenient to the residents of this area.We are
more than proud of our history, we are also excited about the
future. In 2000, USC Lancaster opened a $10.7 million
building, the James A. Bradley Arts and Sciences Building. In
2003, the campus completed another major building project with the
expansion and renovation of Medford Library. In 2005, the
campus opened the Carole Ray Dowling Health Services Center on
newly acquired property adjacent to the campus. In 2013, the campus
broke ground on a new classroom building, Founders Hall, to be
opened in 2014.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to University of South Carolina-Lancaster is York Technical College (17.9 miles away)
No matter where you choose to go to college you'll have to take some kind of standardized test. The GRE is often required for graduate programs, but it may also benefit your community college application.
Education becomes more expensive with each passing year so it is important to make smart use of your student loans and to minimize your debt while you are in school whenever possible.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
Enrollment: 1,640 students
In-state tuition: $6,686
Out-state tuition: $16,130
Acceptance Rate: 82%
Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
Minority enrollment: 32%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
