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What are your chances at College of Charleston?

Charleston, SC · Public · 10,558 students

60%admitted
60% acceptance rate

A realistic target for a solid profile.

Out of every 100 applicants, about 60 are admitted.

SAT range of admitted students1140–1310
400
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What College of Charleston actually costs — and what graduates earn

Published by the U.S. Department of Education. Real reported figures, not estimates.

Average net price
$18,960
per year, after grants · sticker $32,362
Median earnings
$56,416
10 years after entering
Graduation rate
65.8%
finish within six years
Median debt
$23,250
at graduation · about $246/month

What families actually paid, by income

Under $30,000$12,133
$30,000 – $48,000$13,406
$48,000 – $75,000$16,797
$75,000 – $110,000$20,089
Over $110,000$24,996

Average annual net price paid by students receiving federal aid. For your own family, College of Charleston’s net price calculator is the authoritative figure.

About admissions at College of Charleston

College of Charleston accepts about 60% of applicants. Applicants with a reasonable profile have good odds, though a sharp application still improves your chances.

Admitted students typically score between 1140 and 1310 on the SAT, or 25–30 on the ACT. Falling below that range doesn’t disqualify you — it means the rest of your application needs to carry more weight.

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Admissions data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Rates and score ranges reflect recent reported years and may change.