College of Charleston

(Charleston, SC)

The College of Charleston is a nationally ranked, public university that seeks to provide students a superior education that is deeply rooted in the liberal arts and sciences tradition. Founded in 1770, it is the oldest institution of higher learning in the United States and the country's oldest municipal college."C of C" students benefit from the old world charm that the city of Charleston, South Carolina has to offer, while learning on a campus that has modern facilities and cutting edge programs. Charleston offers over 100 majors and minors that are offered through its six colleges. With approximately 12,000 students, the school offers a caring community that teaches each student how to succeed and grow, both inside and outside the classroom.

Admissions

64.2%
of Applicants Admitted

GPA

3.89
  • November 01, 2011
  • February 01, 2011
SAT Required

Test Score Ranges

25th percentile to 75th percentile
  • 1650–1920 SAT Total
  • 570–650 SAT Reading
  • 570–650 SAT Math
  • 560–640 SAT Writing
  • 23–29 ACT Composite
TOEFL Required for intl students

Cost

$22,539
Annual tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board
  • $9,616
  • $24,330
  • $6,979
  • $1,224

Will I Like It

10,121
number of undergraduates
  • Public
  • City
  • 16 to 1 Student to Faculty Ratio
  • 63% Women

Areas of Study

Business & Economics

Economics, Tourism & Hospitality

Education

Teaching

Engineering

Computer Science

Humanities

Art History, English Language & Literature

Performing Arts

Drama & Theatre

Science & Math

Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry

Social Sciences

Anthropology, Sociology, Urban Studies

Visual Arts & Design

Art, Art Direction

Extra Curriculars

Accounting Club, Books, Chess, Anthropology Club, Church, Art Club, Comedy, Band, Computers, Drama, College Democrats, College Republicans, Computer Club, Theatre, Travel, Video Games, Spanish Club, Student Government & Council, Thespian Society, Young Democrats

Mailing Address

66 George St
Charleston, SC 29424-0001
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