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Charleston Southern University

Charleston, SC·Private·~96% acceptance

Charleston Southern University is a private university based in Charleston, SC. It has fairly open admissions, accepting about 96% of applicants. The average net price after aid is about $21,666 per year. About 48% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $45,898 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$21,666/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $44,558
Aid cuts ~$22,892/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
EA
RD
Rolling

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Admissions
GPA range3.13–3.63
SAT (middle 50%)930–1160
ACT (middle 50%)18–24
Test policyConsidered
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
48%
graduation rate
63%
freshman retention
$40,606
median earnings, 6yr
$45,898
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is Charleston Southern University's acceptance rate?
Charleston Southern University admits about 96% of applicants.
How much does Charleston Southern University cost?
At Charleston Southern University, the average net price after aid is about $21,666 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $44,558 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Charleston Southern University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 930–1160 on the SAT and 18–24 on the ACT.
What are Charleston Southern University's application deadlines?
Charleston Southern University's deadline is Regular Decision around Rolling. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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