School Summary

University of South Carolina Upstate


General Information:

Founded in 1967, University of South Carolina Upstate is seated on 330 acres. The school has a student/faculty ratio of 15:1.
Libraries:
This institution has 1 libraries.

Computer Labs:
At least one staffed computer lab is available to students. A wireless computer network is available throughout the campus. Free student email accounts are available.
Institutional Control:
State and Local control

Address, Phone and URL:

800 University Way

Spartanburg, SC
29303-4999
For more information call: 864 503-5000. This school has a website at https://www.uscupstate.edu/
Application information for this school is available at https://www.uscupstate.edu/apply/


Application Fee: $45
Admission Requirements: A written essay or personal statement is Required for Freshmen.
High School transcripts are Required for Freshmen.
Application Requirements:
Recommended Tests: SAT or ACT


In-State (per year) Out of State (per year)
Tuition $11,372.00 $23,040.00
Room and Board $11,918.00 $11,918.00
Fees $572.00 $572.00
Total $23,862.00 $35,530.00

A tuition installment payment plan is available. Financial aid information may be available from the school's website at https://www.uscupstate.edu/.


Special Programs
The following special programs are offered: Some degree programs are available as an online learning option, English as a Second Language program, Distance learning program, Double major option, Independent study, Learning disabilities services, Advanced Placement credit, Accelerated degree program, Student-designed majors, Honors program, Graduate courses offered on campus open to Undergraduates, Internships, Summer session for credit, Sponsors its own study-abroad program, Part-time undergraduate degree programs.

Academic Competitiveness
Moderate competition - More than 75% of freshmen were in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on SAT (critical reading and math scores combined) or over 18 on ACT; about 85% or fewer of all applicants accepted.

Incoming Freshmen SAT Scores
Scores Verbal Math
700-800 2% 2%
600-699 23% 12.3%
500-599 43.6% 44.1%
400-499 27.9% 35.8%
300-399 3.4% 5.9%
200-299 0% 0%



Incoming Freshmen ACT Scores
Scores Percentage of Students
30-36 4%
24-29 21.6%
18-23 50.4%
12-17 24%
6-11 0%
1-5 0%



Incoming Freshmen High School Ranking
Percentage Percentage of Students
Top 10% 14%
11-25% 26.00%
26-50% 34.00%
Under 50% 26.00%



Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and field, Cross-country running

Basketball, Cheerleading, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running

Badminton, Baseball, Bowling, Basketball, Football, Golf, Racquetball, Soccer, Tennis, Track and field, Table tennis, Cross-country running

Badminton, Bowling, Basketball, Football, Golf, Racquetball, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and field, Table tennis, Volleyball, Cross-country running


Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and field, Cross-country running

Basketball, Cheerleading, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running


Undergraduate

Undergraduate Only Count
Male 1,526
Female 2,952
Total 4,478


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional Count
Male 1,617
Female 3,290
Total 4,907

Student Body By Racial/Ethnic Category
Student Body by Racial/Ethnic Category Percentage
Asian 3%
African American 34%
Hispanic 8%
Native American 0%
White 47%
Other 8%
Student Body By Age
Student Body by Age Percentage
Under 25 Years Old 74%
At Least 25 Years Old 26%
Student Body By Residence Status
Student Body by Residence Status Percentage
In State 95%
Out Of State 5%
Student Body By Housing Status
Student Body by Housing Status Percentage
Live On Campus 22%
Live Off Campus 78%


Family & Alumni Weekend, Homecoming, Morgan Square Madness

Campus Activities Board, Big Green Welcome, Housing and Residence Life, Club Basketball, Office of Student Involvement


Instructional Program Code        Instructional Program Title

  • 45.1001                                           Political Science and Government, General
  • 26.0101                                           Biology/Biological Sciences, General
  • 19.0701                                           Human Development and Family Studies, General
  • 11.0101                                           Computer and Information Sciences, General
  • 27.0101                                           Mathematics, General
  • 13.1001                                           Special Education and Teaching, General
  • 23.0101                                           English Language and Literature, General
  • 50.0901                                           Music, General
  • 50.0701                                           Art/Art Studies, General
  • 42.0101                                           Psychology, General
  • 40.0501                                           Chemistry, General
  • 30.0000                                           Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
  • 11.0401                                           Information Science/Studies
  • 30.7001                                           Data Science, General
  • 51.2706                                           Medical Informatics
  • 52.0601                                           Business/Managerial Economics
  • 15.1501                                           Engineering/Industrial Management
  • 13.1011                                           Education/Teaching of Individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities
  • 11.0103                                           Information Technology
  • 54.0101                                           History, General
  • 50.0501                                           Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
  • 19.0706                                           Child Development
  • 26.0908                                           Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology
  • 09.0101                                           Speech Communication and Rhetoric
  • 16.0905                                           Spanish Language and Literature
  • 43.0404                                           Cybersecurity Defense Strategy/Policy
  • 45.1101                                           Sociology, General
  • 51.3801                                           Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • 15.0000                                           Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General
  • 52.0701                                           Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
  • 52.0201                                           Business Administration and Management, General
  • 52.1401                                           Marketing/Marketing Management, General
  • 24.0101                                           Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
  • 31.0504                                           Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
  • 14.4201                                           Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering
  • 43.0103                                           Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
  • 11.1003                                           Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance
  • 50.0702                                           Fine/Studio Arts, General
  • 52.0203                                           Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
  • 51.0706                                           Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator
  • 52.0301                                           Accounting
  • 51.1504                                           Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
  • 13.1302                                           Art Teacher Education
  • 13.1314                                           Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
  • 13.1209                                           Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
  • 13.1202                                           Elementary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1203                                           Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
  • 13.1205                                           Secondary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1210                                           Early Childhood Education and Teaching
  • 19.1001                                           Work and Family Studies
  • 24.0102                                           General Studies
  • 19.0799                                           Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services, Other
  • 50.0999                                           Music, Other

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** The information in this report is derived from Peterson's Undergraduate Database. Other data sources may also be included. To learn more about Texas Career Check or any data element please contact us.