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Voorhees University

Denmark, SC·Private nonprofit·460 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. graduation rate is below 40%; freshman retention is below 65%. 77% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.

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Accept
460
Students
$15,411
Net Price
38%
Grad Rate
$26,100
Earnings
10 yr
$15,245
Debt

About This School

Voorhees University is a private nonprofit institution located in Denmark, South Carolina with approximately 460 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $15,411 per year. The graduation rate is 38%, and the typical graduate earns $26,100 within 10 years of enrollment.

Voorhees University is a private historically black university in Denmark, South Carolina, United States. It is affiliated with the Episcopal Church and accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 38% graduation rate and 63% freshman retention rate suggest that fewer than half of students who start actually finish, which is a real concern worth discussing before enrolling. On the plus side, the average net price of $15,411/year is manageable, and median debt at graduation ($15,245) is relatively low — but median earnings of $26,100 a decade out means graduates often struggle to get ahead financially. This is worth considering if you're drawn to its HBCU community, Episcopal roots, and small 460-student environment, but have a serious conversation about academic and financial support resources before committing.

Founded
1897
Setting
Remote rural

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing17%
Biological Sciences17%
Health Professions9%
Psychology9%
Computer Science7%
Communications3%
Social Sciences1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$12,630
Out-of-State Tuition
$12,630
Avg Net Price
$15,411
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants77%
Median debt at graduation$15,245

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
38%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
63%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$26,100
after enrollment
Median Debt
$15,245
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$15,245
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$22,700
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$26,100
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 1.7x

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

White4%
Black81%
Hispanic/Latino3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (460 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Voorhees University

1897 Voorhees Road

Denmark, SC 29042

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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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