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College of Charleston
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  • 4 Year
  • CHARLESTON, SC

Report Card

grade B
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Academics
    grade B
  2. Value
    grade B minus
  3. Diversity
    grade B+
  4. Campus
    grade A minus
  5. Athletics
    grade B+
  6. Party Scene
    grade A+
  7. Professors
    grade B minus
  8. Location
    grade A
  9. Dorms
    grade C
  10. Campus Food
    grade B minus
  11. Student Life
    grade A
  12. Safety
    grade C+

About

66 GEORGE ST
CHARLESTON, SC 29424
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I (without football)
Athletic Conference
Colonial Athletic Association
From College of Charleston

Located in historic Charleston, South Carolina, the College of Charleston is a nationally recognized public university. Founded in 1770, the College is among the nation’s top universities for quality education, student life and affordability. The beautiful, historic campus, combined with contemporary facilities and cutting-edge programs, attracts students from across the U.S. and around the world. Come see for yourself – schedule a visit today!

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College of Charleston Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Application Deadline
January 15
Acceptance Rate
76%
SAT Range
1090-1280
ACT Range
23-29
Application Fee
$60
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes

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Cost

Net Price
$20,255 / year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$9,850 / year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
98%

Scholarship

Academics

Professors
grade B minus
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
15:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
80%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 129 responses
55%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 155 responses
57%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 155 responses

Majors

Historic Preservation & Community Planning

academic spotlight

This major combines historic preservation, architectural and urban design as a group of related disciplines. The program is grounded in the visually-oriented environment of the Department of Art & Architectural History, while allowing students to explore related areas (e.g. archaeology, geology, history).

Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
How Students Learn
  • Mix of Online and on Campus
    61%
  • On Campus
    36%
  • Online
    3%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
9,230 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
737
Undergrads Over 25
7%
Pell Grant
20%
Varsity Athletes
4%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 103 responses
  • Friendly for the most part
    37%
  • In search of something
    17%
  • Motivated
    17%
  • Lazy, many aren't willing to work hard
    10%
  • Friendly and willing to work hard
    9%
  • Outgoing
    3%
  • not diverse, very priviledged
    2%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available  
Poll
53%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 199 responses
Poll
68%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 242 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 117 responses
  • Historic
    38%
  • Very welcoming and hospitable
    23%
  • Amazing
    19%
  • Unique
    6%
  • Home away from home
    4%
  • Dissapointing
    3%
  • Cliquey
    3%

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After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$40,700 / year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
67%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
91%
National
83%
83%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 87 responses

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