Admissions Overview
The admission process at Charleston Southern University has a 87% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $25. Charleston Southern University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
87%
Less Selective
Application Volume
4,967
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
17%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Charleston Southern University has a 87% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $25. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Charleston Southern University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$25
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Charleston Southern University. About 56% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 940 to 1,170. Additionally, about 35% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 18 to 23.
SAT Scores
56% of students submitted400
1600
940 – 1170
200
800
470 – 600
200
800
470 – 570
ACT Scores
35% of students submitted1
36
18 – 23
1
36
16 – 24
1
36
16 – 23
Admission Statistics
4,967 students applied to CSU. Of those, 87% were accepted (4,309 students). Of these 4,309 accepted students, 727 chose to enroll.
4,967
Total Applicants
4,309
Students Admitted
727
Students Enrolled
87%
Acceptance Rate