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Charleston Southern University

Charleston, South Carolina · Private Non-Profit · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$40,606

Acceptance Rate

76%

Graduation Rate

46%

Annual Tuition

$31,030

At a Glance

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Total Students

2,716

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Retention Rate

62%

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Faculty Ratio

13

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Financial Aid

53%

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Median Debt

$26,471

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Campus Setting

City

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Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

Charleston Southern University is a private, non-profit institution with 2,716 students. The university has an acceptance rate of 76.1% and a graduation rate of 46%. The retention rate is 61.9%. The median debt for students is $26,471, and 52.6% of students receive financial aid.

The in-state tuition at Charleston Southern University is $31,030. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $40,736. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $40,606, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $45,898.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$41k

1 YEAR

$41k

5 YEARS

$46k

10 YEARS

Top 68% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

Graduates of Charleston Southern University earn a median of $40,736 one year after graduation. Five years after graduation, median earnings are $40,606. Ten years after graduation, median earnings rise to $45,898. The median debt for graduates is $26,471. Over half of the students, 52.6%, receive financial aid.

The university has a graduation rate of 46% and a retention rate of 61.9%. The acceptance rate is 76.1%. The in-state tuition is $31,030. The total student population is 2,716.

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Campus Location

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Charleston, South Carolina

Charleston, SC 29406-9121

Charleston Southern University is located in Charleston, South Carolina. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Charleston Southern University has an acceptance rate of 76%.