Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Hartsville, South Carolina |
| Online | coker.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Coker University, located in Hartsville, South Carolina, is a private institution established in 1908. The campus boasts a distinctive architectural style with a mix of traditional and modern buildings set in a small-town environment. It is situated approximately 70 miles northeast of the state capital, Columbia. Coker University offers undergraduate programs with an emphasis on liberal arts education and is known for majors such as Business Administration, Education, and Physical Therapy. While the university has a moderately selective admissions process, it provides a range of undergraduate degrees across various fields of study. The school maintains on-campus housing options to accommodate its students. Coker University does not have a significant profile in intercollegiate athletics.
In the most recent statistical year 996 prospective students applied, and 937 were granted admission. Of those admitted 190 enrolled in the school. 780 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 380 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $30,864 plus fees of $900. Coker is ranked 958 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
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Outcomes
Value
Coker is rated within the lower 29% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 3 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Coker College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#958 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#566 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#20 in Best Colleges in South Carolina
#11 in Best Private Colleges in South Carolina
#17 in Best Value Colleges in South Carolina
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 940/1160 |
| ACT | 16/24 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.1 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,000 |
| Other Fees | $900 |
| Room and Board | $9,892 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,448 |
| Total One Year Cost | $45,104 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 21% |
| Social Sciences | 19% |
| Education | 13% |
| Psychology | 11% |
| Human Services | 8% |
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Questions and Answers
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=217907 IPEDS survey data for Coker College.
Current students may use the Coker College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024