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The University of South Carolina Lancaster is a public university located in Lancaster, South Carolina. USC is one of the four regional campuses of the University of South Carolina. It was founded in 1959. The main campus is spread across an area of 150 acres. The university offers associate’s and bachelor’s degree programs in several subjects, including African American studies, business administration, history and education. USC also offers pre-professional programs in various subjects including pharmacy, nursing and criminal justice.
The Psychology Club, Psi Beta, the Outdoor Recreation Club, the Campus Crusade for Christ, the Math Club and Mu Alpha Theta are some of the clubs and organizations on campus.
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Campus Location476 Hubbard Drive
Lancaster, SC 29720
USA
Main Tel: (803) 313-7000
Web Site The campus is in a town not particularly near any major cities. |
HighlightsWhere the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in liberal arts and security and law enforcement.
- Large number of students.
- Superior share of faculty on tenure track.
- High faculty salary.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
Other important characteristics: - Faculty tenure system
- Library on-campus
- Distance learning available
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Associate | 143 | 4 |
StudentsStudent enrollment was 1,502 in 2007-2008 (991 full-time equivalent). About 39% of the freshmen class in 2008-2009 was male and women were 61% of the class. Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. About 1% of freshmen are from countries other than the US. Students living in the US make up 99% of incoming freshmen. Among freshmen students, 92% are full-time and 8% are part-time.
Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 5,264 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 12,680 | | Books and supplies | $ 1,036 |
Financial Aid: University Of South Carolina Lancaster participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2008-2009): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
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| With tenure | | 10 | | Without tenure; working toward tenure | | 20 | | Without tenure; tenure not available | | 18 |
Housing and MealsOn-campus housing is not available.
AthleticsThe school is in the Other for major sports.
Admissions (2008-2009)| Applicants | Admitted |
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| Men | 93% | | Women | 86% | | All | 89% |
SAT Test Scores:| SAT | Middle 50% |
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| Verbal | 390-510 | | Math | 410-530 |
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2008-2009 in parentheses) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (16 awarded) LIBERAL ARTS (99 awarded) - Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (16 awarded) - Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (12 awarded) - Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
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