University of South Carolina Beaufort Acceptance Rate &
University of South Carolina Beaufort is a public research university in Bluffton, South Carolina, enrolling about 2,052 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 72.50% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $48,088 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $10,730
- 2024 Average Net Price: $14,656 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 72.50% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,052 90.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 33.99%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
- First-Generation Students: 31.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 3.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 52.7%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,555
- Applicants (IPEDS): 2,745
- Room & Board: $12,725 annual estimate
University of South Carolina Beaufort: what the data shows
Common questions about University of South Carolina Beaufort, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of South Carolina Beaufort?
University of South Carolina Beaufort is located in Bluffton, SC (ZIP 29909).
NCES locale classification: Town fringe.
Is University of South Carolina Beaufort public or private?
University of South Carolina Beaufort is a Public institution.
How much does University of South Carolina Beaufort cost?
Published tuition: $10,730 in-state, $21,776 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $14,656.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $11,397 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $10,614 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $13,846 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $19,001 |
| $110,001+ | $20,250 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $42,920.
How hard is it to get into University of South Carolina Beaufort?
Admission rate: 72.50%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of South Carolina Beaufort?
Total enrollment: 2,052 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,555 students.
Graduate enrollment: 46 students.
About 90% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of South Carolina Beaufort?
150%-time completion rate: 33.99%.
First-year retention: 61.3%.
What do graduates of University of South Carolina Beaufort earn?
Median earnings: $39,214 six years after entry; $48,088 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $24,000.
40.11% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of South Carolina Beaufort known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Psychology, General (66 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (51 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (47 completions)
- Public Health Education and Promotion (37 completions)
- Social Sciences, General (29 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (27 completions)
- Hospitality Administration/Management, General (23 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (18 completions)
- Information Technology (14 completions)
- Fine/Studio Arts, General (12 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of South Carolina Beaufort a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 72.50%; completion rate 33.99%; median earnings $48,088 at 10 years; net price $14,656. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$10,730
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of South Carolina Beaufort was $10,730.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$14,656
2024 Value
In 2024 University of South Carolina Beaufort had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $14,656.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$58,624 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$14,656 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$42,920 4-Year In-State Tuition
$87,104 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$12,725 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,500 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$24,955 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$99,820 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of South Carolina Beaufort.
Financial Aid by Income Level
40.11% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
48.62% 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 University of South Carolina Beaufort 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 University of South Carolina Beaufort 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 | $8,972 | $18,824 | $13,874 |
| 2014 | $9,404 | $19,424 | $15,395 |
| 2015 | $9,848 | $19,982 | $14,466 |
| 2016 | $10,166 | $20,630 | $14,636 |
| 2017 | $10,647 | $21,423 | $16,507 |
| 2018 | $10,730 | $21,776 | $16,738 |
| 2019 | $10,730 | $21,776 | $16,719 |
| 2020 | $10,730 | $21,776 | $16,574 |
| 2021 | $10,730 | $21,776 | $15,587 |
| 2022 | $10,730 | $21,776 | $15,848 |
| 2023 | $10,730 | $21,776 | $15,309 |
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
72.50% Acceptance Rate
2,745 Total Applicants
1,899 Students Admitted
503 First-Time Students Enrolled
26.49% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
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
University of South Carolina Beaufort reported total enrollment of about 2,052 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 33% male and 67% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (58.5%), Black or African American (19.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (13.1%). About 40.11% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 31.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
90.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of South Carolina Beaufort in 2024 is 2,052 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,555 students. Graduate enrollment is about 46 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
61.3%
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 White at 58.5%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
23.40% 100% Completion Time
33.99% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 23.40% of students graduating from University of South Carolina Beaufort completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Psychology, General: 23% male / 77% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 63% male / 37% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 6% male / 94% 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: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of South Carolina Beaufort.
Return on Investment
$24,000 Median Student Debt
$48,088 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
49.91% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
720.28% Return on Investment
5.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of South Carolina Beaufort.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 20 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Psychology, General: 66 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 51 completions
3. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 47 completions
4. Public Health Education and Promotion: 37 completions
5. Social Sciences, General: 29 completions
6. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 27 completions
7. Hospitality Administration/Management, General: 23 completions
8. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 18 completions
9. Information Technology: 14 completions
Most popular programs at University of South Carolina Beaufort.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of South Carolina Beaufort graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of South Carolina Beaufort from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 52.7%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,392
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $9,434
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of South Carolina Beaufort is a public institution located in Bluffton, SC, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Enrollment is approximately 2,052 students. Student body composition includes White (58.5%), Black or African American (19.2%), Hispanic or Latino (13.1%). The admission rate is 72.50%. The 150%-time completion rate is 33.99%. Approximately 40.11% of students receive Pell Grants. About 31.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Location
Bluffton, SC 29909
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 33.99% graduation rate at University of South Carolina Beaufort 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 University of South Carolina Beaufort located?
University of South Carolina Beaufort is located in Bluffton, SC.
What is University of South Carolina Beaufort's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of South Carolina Beaufort is 72.5% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 2,745 applicants and 1,899 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of South Carolina Beaufort cost?
Reported tuition is $10,730 and average net price is $14,656 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,725 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of South Carolina Beaufort?
University of South Carolina Beaufort reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,555 students, White (58.5%), Black or African American (19.2%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of South Carolina Beaufort?
About 31.0% of students at University of South Carolina Beaufort are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of University of South Carolina Beaufort earn?
Median earnings are $39,214 six years after entry and $48,088 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of South Carolina Beaufort?
The 150%-time completion rate is 34.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of South Carolina Beaufort students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $24,000.
Is University of South Carolina Beaufort public or private?
University of South Carolina Beaufort is a public institution located in Bluffton, SC.
Is University of South Carolina Beaufort an HBCU?
No. University of South Carolina Beaufort is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of South Carolina Beaufort a tribal college?
No. University of South Carolina Beaufort is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is University of South Carolina Beaufort a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, University of South Carolina Beaufort does not meet that proxy (reported share 13.1%).
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
- 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.