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University of South Carolina Aiken

Aiken, South Carolina

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Overview

Enrollment

3,840
University of South Carolina Aiken overview
Location Aiken, South Carolina
Online usca.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Setting Rural Fringe
University of South Carolina Aiken overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Located in Aiken, South Carolina, approximately 20 miles from Augusta, Georgia, the University of South Carolina Aiken operates as a public liberal arts university within the University of South Carolina system. The 453-acre suburban campus features Georgian-style architecture and modern academic facilities, including a state-of-the-art science building and performing arts center. USC Aiken maintains selective admission standards and offers comprehensive undergraduate programs, with notable strengths in nursing, business administration, and education. The university provides traditional residence halls and apartment-style housing for students, while competing in NCAA Division II athletics as the Pacers, particularly recognized for its baseball program and consistent conference success.

Ratings

4/10

Overall

4/10

Academics

4/10

Resources

3/10

Outcomes

3/10

Value

USC Aiken is rated within the lower 35% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Easy
University of South Carolina Aiken overview
SAT 950/1180
ACT 18/24
Estimated GPA 3.19

Applications Accepted

75.6% 
University of South Carolina Aiken overview
Applications Due Aug 1, 2025
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $45

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Annual Cost to Attend

South Carolina Resident Tuition

$10,398
In State Costs for University of South Carolina Aiken
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,240
Other Fees$362
Room and Board $8,376
Budget for Other Expenses$2,931
Total One Year Cost$23,307

Out of State Resident Tuition

$20,856
Out of State Costs for University of South Carolina Aiken
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,240
Other Fees$362
Room and Board $8,376
Budget for Other Expenses$2,931
Total One Year Cost$33,765

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$39,600 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

41% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by University of South Carolina Aiken students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 25%
Education 14%
Health Professions 12%
Social Sciences 9%
Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies 9%

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Last updated February 24, 2024