South Carolina State University SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
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South Carolina State University facts and stats
Orangeburg, SC
How do your scores compare at South Carolina State?
Key South Carolina State University application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
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Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
May 1
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
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What you'll actually pay
South Carolina State is a public university in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference, with in-state tuition of $9,528 and out-of-state tuition of $20,218. Submit the FAFSA by the May 1 priority deadline to be considered for financial aid.
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At South Carolina State, out-of-state tuition is $20,218, while in-state tuition is $9,528. Room and board adds $9,690, so billed costs can differ substantially based on tuition classification and housing choices. Students should compare the published price with any grants, scholarships, or other aid they receive to estimate what they will actually pay.
⬡ LangSmithd67d1a56-3d6a-4723-8224-019bbdd84ce9Student life at South Carolina State University
70% of undergrads live on campus
Freshman housing: Priority
Fraternities and sororities are active on campus. 5% of men join fraternities, and 2% of women join sororities.
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