South Carolina State University

South Carolina State University is a medium-sized, four-year, primarily residential school, located in a distant small town (Orangeburg, South Carolina). It is a public school, located in the fantastic East Coast area of the country. It is considered a historically black school, as well as a land-grant school. (Land-grant institutions are schools that have been designated by Congress to receive the benefits of the Morrill Acts of 1862 and 1890.)

Dr. Andrew Hugine, Jr. is the President of the school. You can find more information about South Carolina State University by visiting their website.

South Carolina State University has a closed admissions policy. This doesn't mean you won't be able to be admitted to the school, but that you should contact the admissions office for complete admissions information. In order to apply for admittance, you will need your high school GPA, your high school ranking (where you were in your class), your transcripts, and standardized test scores, such as those from an ACT or SAT. (Check with the admissions office to see which tests are acceptable.) If English is not your primary language, it is required that you take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and submit the results with your admissions application.

Of those who applied to the school, 82% were admitted. There are currently 4,355 students enrolled in the South Carolina State University.

The school provides credit for life experiences, as well as academic and career counseling services for students. If it fits better with your needs, the school also offers some programs via distance learning.

The school has on-campus housing available for up to 2,700 students. On-campus housing costs average about $5,200 per year. You may also choose to participate in a meals program (21 meals per week) for an additional $2,458. (This could be a weekly, monthly, or term amount. Check with the school's admissions office for further information.)

The average tuition for out-of-state full-time undergraduates can be determined by calling the admissions office. If you are an in-state student, then the tuition will usually be less; check with the admissions office for details on qualifying and amounts. Any tuition figures are exclusive of required fees, books, and supplies. The fees can vary, but books typically average about $1,800. It is estimated that the total cost for an in-state student is $20,736 per year and $27,780 per year for an out-of-state student. If you choose to live off-campus, then it is possible for costs to be higher.

Contact Information:
    South Carolina State University
    300 College St NE
    Orangeburg, SC  29117

Other Information:
    Enrollment: 4,355
    Website: http://www.scsu.edu
    General Info: 803-536-7000
    Admissions: 803-536-8970
    Financial Aid: 803-536-7458

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