University of South Carolina
Columbia, South Carolina
How selective is it?
University of South Carolina is in our Moderately Selective tier (~50-75% acceptance). Most students who meet the typical course/GPA expectations are admitted.
Estimates ~56-60%.
Tiers are broad on purpose. Acceptance rates move every cycle, and many schools are more competitive for specific majors than the school overall, so use this as a starting point for your list, not a prediction.
How to use University of South Carolina in your college list
This is commonly a target or likely school for students who meet the usual course and GPA expectations. Confirm program-specific requirements and priority deadlines, since some programs here fill early.
Building a list across tiers? See all 9 South Carolina colleges in our finder, or follow our guide to building a list by score and GPA.
What it's known for
University of South Carolina is widely recognized for strengths in the fields below. This reflects peer-assessment rankings and long-standing reputation, not a full list of programs.
Explore related majors: Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, Entrepreneurship.
Check the current numbers yourself
For University of South Carolina's current test-score and GPA ranges, acceptance rate, and cost, go to the source:
- Find its Common Data Set ↗ Section C has the middle 50% of scores and GPA. Our step-by-step guide shows how to read it.
- College Scorecard ↗ U.S. Department of Education data on cost, graduation, and outcomes.
- Net price calculator ↗ Estimate what your family would actually pay after aid.
- Find the official admissions page ↗ Deadlines, requirements, and how to apply.
Similar colleges to consider
Schools with a similar selectivity, in the same state, or known for the same fields. A balanced list usually mixes a few reaches, several realistic targets, and at least one or two safeties.
- Coastal Carolina UniversityConway, SC · Moderately Selective
- Winthrop UniversityRock Hill, SC · Moderately Selective
- Brigham Young UniversityProvo, UT · Moderately Selective
- Furman UniversityGreenville, SC · Moderately Selective
- Presbyterian CollegeClinton, SC · Moderately Selective
- Wofford CollegeSpartanburg, SC · Moderately Selective
Frequently asked questions
How selective is University of South Carolina?+
University of South Carolina sits in our "Moderately Selective" tier (~50-75% acceptance). Estimates ~56-60%.
Is University of South Carolina hard to get into?+
Most students who meet the typical course/GPA expectations are admitted. Selectivity varies by major and changes every admissions cycle, so treat the tier as a starting point and check University of South Carolina's own admissions data for the current year.
What is University of South Carolina known for?+
University of South Carolina is widely recognized for strengths in Business. This reflects reputation and peer-assessment rankings, not a complete list of programs, so confirm that a specific major is offered and how competitive it is.
How do I find University of South Carolina's current SAT, ACT, and GPA ranges?+
Search "University of South Carolina Common Data Set" and open Section C, which lists the middle 50% of test scores and GPA for the entering class. Our guide "How to Build Your Own College List by Score and GPA" on this site walks through it step by step.
Where is University of South Carolina?+
University of South Carolina is a public institution in Columbia, South Carolina.
Selectivity tiers and "known for" tags are general guidance compiled from public sources and may be out of date. MajorAtlas isn't affiliated with University of South Carolina. Always confirm details with the school.