Strayer University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Strayer University-South Carolina is a private for-profit university in Greenville, South Carolina, enrolling about 1,868 students. Strayer University-South Carolina awards degrees and certificates tracked in federal College Scorecard and IPEDS reporting. Published tuition for full-time study is about $13,920 per year before aid; net price varies by family income. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $40,092 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $13,920
- 2024 Average Net Price: $17,979 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,868 4.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 16.67%
- Carnegie Classification: Tribal Colleges and Universities
- First-Generation Students: 53.7%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 19.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 14.7%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,609
- Room & Board: $9,438 annual estimate
Strayer University-South Carolina: what the data shows
Common questions about Strayer University-South Carolina, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Strayer University-South Carolina?
Strayer University-South Carolina is located in Greenville, SC (ZIP 29601).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Strayer University-South Carolina public or private?
Strayer University-South Carolina is a Private For-profit institution.
How much does Strayer University-South Carolina cost?
Published tuition: $13,920.
Average net price after aid: $17,979.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| $30,001–$48,000 | $17,979 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $55,680.
How big is Strayer University-South Carolina?
Total enrollment: 1,868 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,609 students.
Graduate enrollment: 242 students.
About 5% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Strayer University-South Carolina?
150%-time completion rate: 16.67%.
First-year retention: 100.0%.
What do graduates of Strayer University-South Carolina earn?
Median earnings: $36,582 six years after entry; $40,092 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $40,621.
81.97% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Strayer University-South Carolina known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business/Commerce, General (192 completions)
- Information Technology (25 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration (22 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (16 completions)
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General (14 completions)
- Computer Support Specialist (12 completions)
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management (11 completions)
- Accounting and Business/Management (10 completions)
- Educational Administration and Supervision, Other (8 completions)
- Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping (7 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Strayer University-South Carolina a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 16.67%; median earnings $40,092 at 10 years; net price $17,979. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$13,920
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Strayer University-South Carolina was $13,920.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$17,979
2024 Value
In 2024 Strayer University-South Carolina had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $17,979.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$71,916 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$17,979 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$55,680 4-Year Tuition
$9,438 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$675 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$24,033 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$96,132 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Strayer University-South Carolina.
Financial Aid by Income Level
81.97% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
88.69% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Strayer University-South Carolina was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Strayer University-South Carolina in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $15,495 | $15,495 | $28,748 |
| 2014 | $12,975 | $12,975 | $29,552 |
| 2015 | $12,975 | $12,975 | $26,530 |
| 2016 | $12,975 | $12,975 | $25,699 |
| 2017 | $13,857 | $13,857 | $15,786 |
| 2018 | $13,380 | $13,380 | $25,906 |
| 2019 | $13,515 | $13,515 | $22,867 |
| 2020 | $13,515 | $13,515 | $22,605 |
| 2021 | $13,515 | $13,515 | $18,461 |
| 2022 | $13,515 | $13,515 | $18,573 |
| 2023 | $13,920 | $13,920 | $22,134 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Strayer University-South Carolina reported total enrollment of about 1,868 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 18% male and 82% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (67.7%), White (23.3%), and Two or More Races (3.6%). About 81.97% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 53.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
4.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Strayer University-South Carolina in 2024 is 1,868 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,609 students. Graduate enrollment is about 242 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
100.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Black or African American at 67.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
0.00% 100% Completion Time
16.67% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 0.00% of students graduating from Strayer University-South Carolina completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business/Commerce, General: 16% male / 84% female
- Information Technology: 60% male / 40% female
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration: 18% male / 82% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Black or African American.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Strayer University-South Carolina.
Return on Investment
$40,621 Median Student Debt
$40,092 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
101.32% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
457.48% Return on Investment
10.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Strayer University-South Carolina.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 18 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business/Commerce, General: 192 completions
2. Information Technology: 25 completions
3. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration: 22 completions
4. Business Administration and Management, General: 16 completions
5. Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General: 14 completions
6. Computer Support Specialist: 12 completions
7. Health/Health Care Administration/Management: 11 completions
8. Accounting and Business/Management: 10 completions
9. Educational Administration and Supervision, Other: 8 completions
Most popular programs at Strayer University-South Carolina.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Strayer University-South Carolina graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Strayer University-South Carolina from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 14.7%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,381
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $1,467
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Strayer University-South Carolina is a private for-profit institution located in Greenville, SC, classified as Tribal Colleges and Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business/Commerce, General, Information Technology, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration. Enrollment is approximately 1,868 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (67.7%), White (23.3%), Two or More Races (3.6%). The 150%-time completion rate is 16.67%. Approximately 81.97% of students receive Pell Grants. About 53.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private For-profit
Carnegie Classification: Tribal Colleges and Universities
Location
Greenville, SC 29601
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 16.67% graduation rate at Strayer University-South Carolina falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Strayer University-South Carolina located?
Strayer University-South Carolina is located in Greenville, SC.
How much does Strayer University-South Carolina cost?
Reported tuition is $13,920 and average net price is $17,979 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $9,438 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Strayer University-South Carolina?
Strayer University-South Carolina reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,609 students, Black or African American (67.7%), White (23.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Strayer University-South Carolina?
About 53.7% of students at Strayer University-South Carolina are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Strayer University-South Carolina earn?
Median earnings are $36,582 six years after entry and $40,092 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Strayer University-South Carolina?
The 150%-time completion rate is 16.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Strayer University-South Carolina students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $40,621.
Is Strayer University-South Carolina public or private?
Strayer University-South Carolina is a private for-profit institution located in Greenville, SC.
Is Strayer University-South Carolina an HBCU?
No. Strayer University-South Carolina is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Strayer University-South Carolina a tribal college?
No. Strayer University-South Carolina is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Strayer University-South Carolina a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Strayer University-South Carolina does not meet that proxy (reported share 3.2%).
Is Strayer University-South Carolina religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Strayer University-South Carolina in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- South Carolina college costs
- South Carolina colleges by ROI
- Greenville, South Carolina city profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in South Carolina
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.