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University of South Carolina-Salkehatchie

Allendale, South Carolina · Rural: RemoteOfficial Website ↗

#1915
Nationally
#29
In South Carolina
76%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 80%
$7,158
In-State Tuition
per year
809
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
51/100
Good
#1915 nationally
#29 in South Carolina
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth54

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

University of South Carolina-Salkehatchie is a public two-year community college located in Allendale, South Carolina. With 809 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 76%, the institution is considered accessible. In-state tuition is $7,158 per year ($17,838 out-of-state), above average for public institutions.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate76%↑ Above avg
National avg: 80%
700
Applied
534
Admitted
157
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$7,158/yr
In-State Fees$400/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$17,838/yr
Room & Board$1,600/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$9,158/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$19,838/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$7,158↓ Below avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
809
Total Undergrads
62% F / 38% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 46%
Hispanic 6%
Black 28%
Asian 1%
Two or more 5%
International 3%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • Reasonable room and board costs at $1,600/yr
  • Small campus environment (809 students) — more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • ·Data on some metrics is not yet available — contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students seeking an accessible path to a college degree, students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationAllendale, South Carolina
SettingRural: Remote
SizeUnder 1,000
State Ranking
#29
in South Carolina out of 7+ colleges
#1915
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.