University of South Carolina Aiken

University of South Carolina Aiken is a public, state school that was founded in 1961. It is moderately difficult to get into University of South Carolina Aiken. It enrolls around 3,944 students a year, including 3,283 undergrads.

University of South Carolina Aiken does not offer early action and does not offer early decision.

University of South Carolina Aiken Acceptance Rate

Around 56% of applicants get into University of South Carolina Aiken each year. In 2021, 1,707 out of 3,055 total applicants were accepted.

University of South Carolina Aiken Application Deadlines

Early Admissions at University of South Carolina Aiken

University of South Carolina Aiken does not offer early decision. University of South Carolina Aiken does not offer early action.

2021 Admissions Facts
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	56%
Average GPA	3.2
Mean ACT score	21
Mean SAT score	1062
In-State Tuition	$10,398
Out-of-State	$20,856

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Financial Aid at University of South Carolina Aiken

University of South Carolina Aiken meets 68% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $14,045 a year.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some aid is available on a first-come, first-serve basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can.. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! No one should ever pay to fill out the FREE Application for Federal Student Aid, (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Dorms at University of South Carolina Aiken

University of South Carolina Aiken offers housing for up to 969 students.

Most University of South Carolina Aiken students live off campus.

The most popular organizations for University of South Carolina Aiken students to join are Student Nursing Association, Black Student Union and Council for Exceptional Children. Homecoming, Drag Show, and and Debate Watch Party are the best-attended events on campus.

Click the Student Life tab above to learn more about the student body and campus life at University of South Carolina Aiken.

GPA and Test Scores for University of South Carolina Aiken

University of South Carolina Aiken is considered moderately difficult to get into, but how hard a school is to get into depends on a lot, including your GPA, test scores, activities, recommendations and essays. The average high school GPA for a student at University of South Carolina Aiken is 3.2 on a 4.0 scale. The mean composite SAT score is 1062. The mean ACT scores is 21.

Is University of South Carolina Aiken Test Optional?

University of South Carolina Aiken has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

Out of all applicants, 74% submitted the SAT. 46% submitted the ACT.

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University of South Carolina Aiken Waitlist

University of South Carolina Aiken reports that no students were waitlisted or admitted off the waitlist in 2021.

Is University of South Carolina Aiken a Good School?

The definition of a "good school" is different for different people. Admissions difficulty and admitted student statistics can give you a sense of how competitive a college is, but they don't say much about the quality of the education or the student experience. However, there are a few good ways to get a better sense how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its student body.

Retention and Graduation Rates at University of South Carolina Aiken

About 66% of students who start at University of South Carolina Aiken return the next year. Out of the 595 students who started at University of South Carolina Aiken as first-time freshman, 145 graduate within four years.

Around 41% of students who started at University of South Carolina Aiken earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outcomes and Debt for University of South Carolina Aiken Grads

Job placement rates after graduation, average starting salaries, and the debt students graduate with can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school. Graduates in the class of 2021 had an average of $28,098 in student loans per borrower. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

Based on this information, how does University of South Carolina Aiken sound? Remember, the best school for one person may be a terrible fit for someone else! So ask yourself: Is University of South Carolina Aiken a good school for you?

What is University of South Carolina Aiken's Endowment?

As of 2021, the total market value of the school endowment was $26,991,821. The school spends $7,033 for each full-time student enrolled.

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Where is University of South Carolina Aiken Located?

University of South Carolina Aiken is located in the suburban setting of Aiken, South Carolina, less than an hour from Columbia.

If you want to see University of South Carolina Aiken for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 20 to Aiken, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Augusta Regional.

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