Converse University
Converse University is a private nonprofit 4-year institution in Spartanburg, SC. It enrolls about 1,341 students and admits roughly 64% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Private nonprofit 4-year |
| Control | private nonprofit |
| Level | 4-year |
| Location | Spartanburg, SC 29302 |
| County | Spartanburg County |
| Enrollment | 1,341 |
| Acceptance rate | 64% |
| Applicants / admitted | 2,628 / 1,682 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $23,096 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $23,096 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | 47% |
| Transfer-out rate | — |
| Full-time retention rate | 68% |
| Campus setting | City: Small |
| Size category | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Doctor's degree |
| SAT middle 50% (EBRW+Math) | 520–640 |
| ACT middle 50% | 21–26 |
| Website | https://www.converse.edu/ |
| Phone | 8645969000 |
Admissions
About 2,628 students applied and 1,682 were admitted. Of those admitted, 225 enrolled.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $23,096 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Outcomes
Of the 259 first-time, full-time students in the 150% cohort, 47% completed their programme within 150% of normal time. That cohort definition matters: part-time students and transfers are not included, so a college that serves many of them can have a low reported rate while still graduating most of its students.
Where it is
Converse University is in Spartanburg, SC, Spartanburg County. Its coordinates are 34.9555, -81.9179.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Converse University?
About 64% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 2,628 applicants.
How much does Converse University cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $23,096 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Converse University?
About 1,341 students are enrolled.