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University of South Carolina-Union

Union, SC·Public·267 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 267 students.

70%
Accept
267
Students
$11,125
Net Price
N/A
Grad Rate
$35,400
Earnings
10 yr
$5,500
Debt

About This School

University of South Carolina-Union is a public institution located in Union, South Carolina with approximately 267 undergraduate students enrolled. University of South Carolina-Union has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 70%. The average net price after financial aid is $11,125 per year. Typical graduates earn $35,400 within 10 years of enrollment.

The University of South Carolina Union is a satellite campus of the University of South Carolina (USC) in Union, South Carolina. It has a branch campus in Laurens, South Carolina. It is a part of the University of South Carolina System and one of the four regional USC campuses which make up Palmetto College. USC Union is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and awards associate degrees in both art and science. USC Union is also able to offer the USC Aiken Bachelor of Science in Nursing through a partnership with USC Aiken, allowing students to complete the entirety of their studies at either the Union or Laurens campus.

Worth considering if you need an affordable, low-pressure entry point into higher education — at just $11,125 per year in net cost and only $5,500 in median debt at graduation, the financial picture is genuinely manageable. However, the small enrollment of 267 students signals very limited program options and campus life, and median earnings of $35,400 a decade out suggest graduates aren't landing high-paying careers, so think carefully about whether the degree you want is actually offered here and where it leads.

Founded
1965
Setting
Distant town

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$7,558
Out-of-State Tuition
$18,238
Avg Net Price
$11,125
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants11%
Median debt at graduation$5,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$35,400
after enrollment
Median Debt
$5,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$5,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$24,000
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$35,400
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 6.4x

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

White67%
Black16%
Hispanic/Latino4%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (267 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

University of South Carolina-Union

309 East Academy St

Union, SC 29379-0729

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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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