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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Sumter, SC

Morris College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in SC. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$16,224

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

22.1%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$30,614

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Morris College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Sumter, SC. With a competitive tuition profile of $16,224, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 22.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$64,896

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

105.7 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$614

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$58,756

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

-$52,616

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 22%

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 Morris College is $31,400.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
52.3%
47.7%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Black
93.3%
Unknown
2.4%
Two or more
2.1%
White
1.2%
Hispanic
0.9%
Asian
0.0%
International
0.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$16,224

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$19,687
$30k - $48k$20,984
$48k - $75k$22,795
$75k+$20,558

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$31,400
Pell Grant Recipients81.8%
Using Federal Loans80.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment13.0%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$8,648
Avg. Pell Grant$5,114
Avg. State/Local Grant$4,902
Avg. Institutional Grant$2,365
Students Receiving Grants100.0%

* 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

46.6%

Success

22.1%

In-State Cost

$16,224

Age 25+ Students

17.1%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Diverse

Working at 6yr

448 students

Living In Sumter

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
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Studio

$790

Monthly Average

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1 Bedroom

$933

Monthly Average

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2 Bedrooms

$1,165

Monthly Average

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3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Sumter metropolitan area.