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University of South Carolina-Salkehatchie
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Annual Tuition
$7,558
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
76.3%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
22.8%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$31,360
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
University of South Carolina-Salkehatchie is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Allendale, SC. With a competitive tuition profile of $7,558, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 22.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 2-Year Cost
$15,116
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
11.1 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$1,360
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
-$1,516
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$12,084
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 23%
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 University of South Carolina-Salkehatchie is $11,000.
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
$7,558
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
36.7%
Success
22.8%
In-State Cost
$7,558
Age 25+ Students
27.7%
Carnegie Class
Carnegie 2
Working at 6yr
534 students
Living In Allendale
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$720
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$806
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$905
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Allendale metropolitan area.