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Enrollment Deposit

How much is CSU's enrollment deposit?

Charleston Southern University requires a deposit of $300 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

61.00%

Charleston Southern University is in the top 61.00% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

63.00%

Charleston Southern University is in the top 63.00% of colleges in the state of South Carolina for deposit cost. 12.50% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

53.80%

Charleston Southern University is in the top 53.80% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% ofprivate colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Charleston Southern University educates a diverse community of 3,418 students, with 2,836 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 582 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

3,418


Total Undergraduates

2,836

Total Graduates

582


Full-Time vs Part-Time

82% Full-Time

18% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Charleston Southern University has a 87% acceptance rate. Charleston Southern University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1060 and the average ACT score is 20.


Acceptance Rate

87%


SAT

Students submitting SAT

56%

Total Score

400

1600

9401170

Reading and Writing

200

800

470600

Math

200

800

470570

ACT

Students submitting ACT

35%

Composite Score

0

36

1823

English

0

36

1624

Math

0

36

1623

Location

Located in Charleston, SC, Charleston Southern University offers students a dynamic urban experience with all the advantages of a midsize city environment.


City

Charleston


County

Charleston County


State

South Carolina


Country

United States


Urbanization

City: Midsize

About

Charleston Southern University features a student-focused approach with a 12 : 1 student-faculty ratio, Baptist values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

12 : 1


Religious Affiliation

Baptist


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above


Cost

Charleston Southern University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $17,536 with 94% of students receiving financial assistance including 32% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$17,536


Received Aid

94%


Pell Recipients

32%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $31,030

Out-of-State: $31,030

Demographics

The Charleston Southern University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with NaN% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
1,037 (37%)
Women
1,799 (63%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
66 (2%)
18-19
1,170 (41%)
20-21
840 (30%)
22-24
366 (13%)
Over 25
394 (14%)

Outcomes

Charleston Southern University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 44% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

44%

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