The student population of University of South Carolina-Lancaster has grown by 70% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 has increased from 14:1 over five years.
The University of South Carolina-Lancaster diversity score of 0.57 is less than the state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has grown by 13% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,796 students
2,253 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
18:1
# Full-Time Students
742 students
622 students
# Part-Time Students
2,054 students
1,349 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
279 students
279 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
742 students
605 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,054 students
1,965 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
32 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
260 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
3%
2%
% Hispanic
8%
9%
% Black
14%
29%
% White
63%
52%
% Hawaiian
2%
n/a
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
5%
4%
Diversity Score
0.57
0.63
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.1646%
0.2579%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.172%
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 declined by 11% 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 declined by 11% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$6,686
$5,692
Out-State Tuition Fees
$16,130
$10,568
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,387
$11,729
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
88%
88%
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: 2024 (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 ofMedford 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does University of South Carolina-Lancaster cost?
University of South Carolina-Lancaster's tuition is approximately $6,686 for In-State students and $16,130 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of University of South Carolina-Lancaster?
The acceptance rate of University of South Carolina-Lancaster is 88%, which is equal to the state average of 88%.
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Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 2,796 students
In-state tuition: $6,686
Out-state tuition: $16,130
Acceptance Rate: 88%
Student:teacher ratio: 22:1
Minority enrollment: 37%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
