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Spartanburg Methodist College

Spartanburg, SC·Private nonprofit·1,029 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 40%. 60% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.

81%
Accept
1,029
Students
$16,295
Net Price
38%
Grad Rate
$35,000
Earnings
10 yr
$7,500
Debt

About This School

Spartanburg Methodist College is a private nonprofit institution located in Spartanburg, South Carolina with approximately 1,029 undergraduate students enrolled. Spartanburg Methodist College has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 81%. The average net price after financial aid is $16,295 per year. The graduation rate is 38%, and the typical graduate earns $35,000 within 10 years of enrollment.

Spartanburg Methodist College (SMC) is a private college in Saxon, South Carolina, United States, with a Spartanburg postal address. The college is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and enrolled 1,220 students for the 2025 fall semester.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: the $16,295 average net price and remarkably low $7,500 median debt make this one of the more affordable private college options you'll find, which matters. However, a 38% graduation rate is a real concern — most students who start here don't finish — and median earnings of $35,000 a decade out suggest limited financial return even for those who do complete a degree. Worth considering only if you have a clear plan to stay enrolled and a specific reason this small, faith-affiliated community feels like the right fit.

Founded
1911
Setting
Midsize suburb

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing23%
Visual & Performing Arts1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Olin D. Johnston

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$19,350
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,350
Avg Net Price
$16,295
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants60%
Median debt at graduation$7,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
38%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$35,000
after enrollment
Median Debt
$7,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$7,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$26,000
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$35,000
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.7x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White44%
Black32%
Hispanic/Latino16%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,029 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Spartanburg Methodist College

1750 Powell Mill Road

Spartanburg, SC 29301-5899

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Sources & Methodology

Data

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.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • 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.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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