Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Bluffton, South Carolina |
| Online | uscb.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Rural |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
The University of South Carolina-Beaufort (USCB) is a public university located in Bluffton, South Carolina, situated near the historic city of Savannah, Georgia. Established in 1959, USCB operates as one of the separate campuses in the University of South Carolina System. Emphasizing a liberal arts education, the university offers a variety of undergraduate programs with particular strengths in business administration, nursing, and hospitality management. The campus architecture blends modern and coastal-style structures, providing a visual representation of its locale's heritage. USCB's admissions are considered moderately selective, attracting a diverse undergraduate student body. While the campus accommodates students with housing options, including apartment-style residences, it also engages with the wider community through various outreach programs. USCB does not have a widely recognized athletic program but supports an athletic experience for student-athletes?with its teams known as the Sand Sharks?competing in the NAIA Sun Conference.
In the most recent statistical year 2,479 prospective students applied, and 1,984 were granted admission. Of those admitted 476 enrolled in the school. 1,673 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 451 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $10,344 plus fees of $386. USC Beaufort is ranked 977 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
USC Beaufort is rated within the lower 28% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 3 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of South Carolina Beaufort within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#977 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#404 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#22 in Best Colleges in South Carolina
#11 in Best Public Colleges in South Carolina
#37 in Best Value Colleges in South Carolina
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 940/1110 |
| ACT | 17/22 |
| GPA | 3.82 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Annual Cost to Attend
South Carolina Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,266 |
| Other Fees | $386 |
| Room and Board | $8,722 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,055 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,773 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,266 |
| Other Fees | $386 |
| Room and Board | $8,722 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,055 |
| Total One Year Cost | $35,819 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 37% |
| Health Professions | 15% |
| Education | 10% |
| Social Sciences | 10% |
| Psychology | 10% |
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Questions and Answers
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Last updated February 24, 2024