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Coker University
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Annual Tuition
$31,854
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
97.2%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
38.5%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$40,117
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Coker University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Hartsville, SC. With a competitive tuition profile of $31,854, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 38.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$127,416
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
12.6 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$10,117
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
-$26,246
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$74,924
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 39%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Coker University is $26,000.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$31,854
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
62.8%
Success
38.5%
In-State Cost
$31,854
Age 25+ Students
12.4%
Carnegie Class
Master's: Smaller
Working at 6yr
491 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.