Lander University
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 3,397 students.
About This School
Lander University is a public institution located in Greenwood, South Carolina with approximately 3,397 undergraduate students enrolled. Lander University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 81%. The average net price after financial aid is $15,363 per year. The graduation rate is 50%, and the typical graduate earns $38,100 within 10 years of enrollment.
Lander University is a public university in Greenwood, South Carolina, United States. It was founded in 1872. Its intercollegiate athletic teams compete in NCAA Division II.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $14,501/year after aid and a relatively low median debt of $12,503, this is one of the more affordable public university options you'll find. However, the 49% graduation rate is a real concern — only about half of students who start actually finish — and median earnings of $38,100 a decade out suggest limited financial upside for many graduates. Worth considering if cost is your top priority and you have a clear plan to stay on track, but look hard at support services and your specific program before committing.
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Notable Alumni
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Admissions
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 21% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (3,397 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
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