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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Denmark, SC

Voorhees University

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

Annual Tuition

$12,630

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

37.0%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$35,339

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Voorhees University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Denmark, SC. With a competitive tuition profile of $12,630, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 37.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$50,520

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

9.5 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$5,339

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$2,870

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$56,260

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 37%

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 Voorhees University is $26,700.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
48.5%
51.5%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Black
80.9%
International
8.3%
White
3.9%
Hispanic
3.5%
Two or more
3.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%
Asian
0.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%
Unknown
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

$12,630

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$15,081
$30k - $48k$13,624
$48k - $75k$17,558
$75k+$18,316

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$26,700
Pell Grant Recipients77.5%
Using Federal Loans48.7%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment17.6%

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

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$12,872
Avg. Pell Grant$6,706
Avg. State/Local Grant$5,944
Avg. Institutional Grant$4,903
Students Receiving Grants92.0%

* 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

62.5%

Success

37.0%

In-State Cost

$12,630

Age 25+ Students

17.2%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Diverse

Working at 6yr

256 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Denmark (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Denmark (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.