University of South Carolina-Lancaster
University of South Carolina-Lancaster is a public 2-year institution in Lancaster, SC. It enrolls about 2,328 students and admits roughly 76% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Public 2-year |
| Control | public |
| Level | 2-year |
| Location | Lancaster, SC 29720 |
| County | Lancaster County |
| Enrollment | 2,328 |
| Acceptance rate | 76% |
| Applicants / admitted | 646 / 490 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $7,558 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $18,238 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | — |
| Transfer-out rate | — |
| Full-time retention rate | 38% |
| Average net price (after aid) | $10,510 |
| Campus setting | Town: Distant |
| Size category | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Associate's degree |
| Website | www.sc.edu/about/system_and_campuses/lancaster/index.php |
| Phone | 8033137000 |
Admissions
About 646 students applied and 490 were admitted. Of those admitted, 341 enrolled.
Cost
In-state students pay about $7,558 in tuition and required fees; out-of-state students pay $18,238. These are 2023-24 sticker prices for full-time first-year students and exclude housing, food and books. Most students pay less than the sticker price after institutional grants and scholarships.
Cost after financial aid
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $10,510 per year for first-time, full-time students receiving Title IV aid.
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| Under $30,000 | $6,491 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $6,974 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $11,940 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $13,432 |
| Over $110,000 | $13,636 |
Net price falls as family income falls because need-based aid rises. These are 2022-23 figures reported to IPEDS; use them to compare institutions, and use each college's own net price calculator for a personal estimate.
Outcomes
A 150% graduation rate is not reported for this institution in the 2023 collection — common for very small, new or specialised institutions.
Where it is
University of South Carolina-Lancaster is in Lancaster, SC, Lancaster County. Its coordinates are 34.7363, -80.7871.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of South Carolina-Lancaster?
About 76% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 646 applicants.
How much does University of South Carolina-Lancaster cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $7,558 for in-state students and $18,238 for out-of-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend University of South Carolina-Lancaster?
About 2,328 students are enrolled.