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Presbyterian College

  • 6/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • Clinton, SC
  • 4.2 5 reviews
#3 Best Value Colleges in South Carolina
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Overview

Total enrollment

1,095
Presbyterian College overview
Presbyterian College overview
  • Size Small
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Presbyterian College occupies a 240-acre campus in Clinton, South Carolina, situated approximately one hour from both Columbia and Greenville. Founded in 1880 by the Presbyterian Church (USA), the institution features Georgian-style architecture across its main campus buildings, which are centered around an oak tree-lined plaza. The college maintains selective admission standards and operates as a private liberal arts institution, with notable programs in pharmacy, business, and education. Presbyterian College offers traditional residence hall living for undergraduate students, with most choosing to live on campus all four years. The school competes in NCAA Division I athletics as the Blue Hose, participating in the Big South Conference.

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Ratings

PC is rated within the top 43% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10.

  • Overall Rating
    6 out of 10
  • Academics
    6 out of 10
  • Resources
    8 out of 10
  • Outcomes
    6 out of 10
  • Value
    9 out of 10
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Rankings

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Admissions

Admission Standards

Moderate
Presbyterian College admission standards
  • SAT (enrolled mid-50) 980/1200
  • ACT (enrolled mid-50) 21/26
  • GPA 3.6

Acceptance Rate

68.4%
Presbyterian College applications overview
  • Applications Due Sep 21, 2026
  • Enrollment Rate 11.6%
  • Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$44,910
Costs for Presbyterian College
Fee Cost
Tuition $44,910
Books and Supplies $2,000
Other Fees $3,100
Room and Board $13,579
Budget for Other Expenses $3,051
Total One Year Cost $66,640
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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$47,700 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

68% within 6 years
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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Presbyterian College are Business, History, and Biology. 26% of students major in Business, 16% in History, and 12% in Biology.

  • Business 26%
  • History 16%
  • Biology 12%
  • Social Sciences 12%
  • English and Literature 8%
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Last updated: August 2026