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University of South Carolina: Columbia

Columbia, SC

Admissions

  • Acceptance Rate
    62%
  • Regular Application Due
    December 1
  • SAT Range
    1150–1340*
  • ACT Range
    26–31*

By the Numbers

These ranges reflect what most admitted students scored, but many are outside these ranges.

GPA Range

3.75+
44%
3.50–3.74
27%
3.25–3.49
17%
3.00–3.24
7%
2.50–2.99
3%
2.00–2.49
Not available
Below 2.00
Not available

SAT Range*

ACT Composite Range*

Acceptance Rate62% Less Selective

  • Total Applicants
    42,045
  • Admitted
    25,884
  • Enrolled
    6,174

Application Requirements

  • High School GPARequired
  • High School RankConsidered but not required
  • College Prep CoursesRequired
  • SAT/ACT ScoresConsidered if submitted
  • RecommendationsConsidered but not required

Application Deadline

Stay on top of your goals! Dates are subject to change, so confirm important deadlines by visiting the college website.
December 1
Regular Application Due

Application Process

Application Fee
$65
Application Types Accepted
  • Common Application
  • Online through college's own website

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