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Overview
Affiliated with the Presbyterian Church, Presbyterian College is a 4-year liberal arts college in western South Carolina. PC grants undergraduate degrees in 107 academic majors, minors, and concentrations and all students are expected to abide by the college’s honor code. Additionally, PC oversees the Confucius Institute in partnership with China’s Guizhou University to offer courses in Chinese language and culture. For students interested in the arts, PC is home to the Elizabeth Stone Harper Gallery which displays senior exhibitions of student artwork.
Acceptance Rate:
59%
Average Net Price:
$21,959
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.2
Average ACT Composite
24
Average SAT Composite
1124
Virtual Tour
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $43,300 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $43,300 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $12,713 |
| Books and Supplies | $1500 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
79%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
29%
Average Aid Per Year
$34,379
29%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,404
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$27,989
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
55%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$8062
36%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,404
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$21,974,464
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$6,903,846
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
59%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$7,610
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$18,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$239
Students receiving federal loans
57%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,306
Average Other Loans Per Year
$11,343
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Presbyterian Church (USA)
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
3329
Students Applied
43%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
41
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
No
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision Acceptance is binding so student must attend college if accepted. | November 1 | |
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 15 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | September 21 | June 1 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Admitted Student Stats
14%
Submitting ACT
20%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 24
Average SAT Composite: 1124
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.2
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Admissions Resources
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
1,199
Total Number of Undergrads
955
0
100
53%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
61%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
11:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
43
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
34
Countries Represented
12
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
20%
Student Organizations
60
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
95%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
92%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Blue Hose
School Colors
royal blue and garnet
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Pioneer Football League
Total Male Athletes
214
Total Female Athletes
119
Intramural Sports
14
Sports Club
1
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Wrestling
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cheerleading-Dance Team
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- Kayaking
- Acrobatics
- Tumbling
Presbyterian College Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$50,800
Top 5 Cities
Greenville
Atlanta
Columbia
Charlotte
Charleston
Top 5 Employers
Presbyterian College
CVS Pharmacy
Wells Fargo
CVS Health
Walmart
Top 5 Sectors
Business Development
Sales
Education
Operations
Healthcare Services
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$18,500
Loan Default Rate
4%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$239
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are Sayinggreat professors and classes
Meghan from Liberty, SC
Very Challenging.
Lauren from Durham, NC
If you want a college that feels like a family, where professors know your name and really care about you, a college that has a GREAT study abroad program, PC is for you. I love it here and I'm from the big city of Atlanta. Yes, Clinton is a small town, but there is so much to do on campus you really don't notice. Plus, you can get to the big city easily if you want. This is truly what a college should be!!!
Anna from Atlanta, Ga
This school gives me opportunities to pursue whatever I want, and I am learning a ton about things I am interested in.
Tianna from Lakewood, CO
This school is really homey and small, which gives it a great community feel to it. You can come to your professors at any time for them to help you. Also, there is a bunch to get into at the college, so there is no reason not to get involved and be a part of the community at PC.
Tiffany from Darlington, SC
PC is a great small, private liberal arts college. It has a beautiful campus with many sports and organizations to become involved in. The academics are challenging to students to help give them a strong education.
Patricia from Ware Shoals, SC
Presbyterian College (PC) is a home, a family, and a future. Don't let the small town deceive you, PC is your typical college experience but with so much more. I absolutely love PC.
Rachel from Rincon, GA
The best decision I've ever made; as long as you take advantage of everything PC has to offer, I promise you won't regret it. There's something about the environment that just encourages people to strive towards excellence. I wouldn't be who I am today without PC.
Lacey from Simpsonville, SC
Professors are experts in and love their subjects. Unstumpable it seems. Entertain and encourage out of the box questions, and do all that they can to take care of and prepare you.
Dietrich
PC is the right choice for you if you care about actually learning as opposed to just passing with a degree. The workload can be heavy, but the professors are interesting, fun, and caring. If you ever have a problem with an assignment, you can go to your professors for help, and they will take the time to make sure you do well.
Rachelle from Camano Island, WA
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