Sophomore Presentation 2013-2014

1. Sophomore Presentation2013-2014 EQ What do I need to know to be prepared for college? • Agenda: • 1. High school graduation requirements • 2. College admission requirements • 3. Understanding your PSAT scores • 4. Information on different colleges • 5. Scholarship Information

2. High School Graduation RequirementsStudent Handbook pg. 28 • English/Language Arts 4.0 • Math 4.0 • Science (1 must Biology) 3.0 • Social Studies • US History & Constitution 1.0 • US Government 0.5 • Economics 0.5 • Other Social Studies 1.0 • JROTC OR PE 1.0 • CATE or Foreign Lang. 1.0 • Computer Science 1.0 • Electives 7.0 • Total 24.0 • Must pass the exit exam

3. Requirements for SC Public Colleges and UniversitiesStudent Handbook pg. 29 • English: Four units (must include English Literature and American Literature) • Math: Four units. Including Algebra 1, II and Geometry. A fourth unit in a higher level mathematics should be taken in the senior year. • Lab Science: Three units – Two units must be taken in two different fields • Social studies: Three units including one unit of US History, ½ unit of Economics and ½ unit of Government • World Languages: Two units of the same foreign language, Clemson, & CofC three • Physical Education or JROTC • Fine Arts 1 unit (Chorus, Drama, Art) • Academic Electives: One academic unit must be taken as an elective. Computer science is strongly recommended. Other acceptable electives include English, fine arts, foreign language, social science, humanities, laboratory science or higher level math.

4. College Info2013-2014 • This power point contains some highlights from several colleges in the southeast. For more specific details and information on other colleges you should visit their website

5. SC Scholarships • LIFE SCHOLARSHIP (4yr college) • Meet 2 out of 3 criteria • 3.0 GPA • Rank Top 30% of class by the end of Senior Year • SAT 1100 or ACT 24 • Up to $5000.00 per year

6. SC Scholarship Con’t • LIFE SCHOLARSHIP (2yr college) • 3.O GPA • Receive up to cost of 2-year • college.

7. SC Scholarship Con’t • PALMETTO FELLOWS • Score at least 1200 on the SAT (27 on the ACT) by the November test administration, earn a minimum 3.50 cumulative GPA2 on the SC Uniform Grading Policy (UGP) at the end of the junior year, and rank in the top six percent of the class at the end of either the sophomore or the junior year. • OR • Score at least 1400 on the SAT (32 on the ACT) by the November test administration and earn a minimum 4.00 cumulative GPA on the SC UGP at the end of the junior year. • Up to $6700 first year, $7500 sophomore, junior & senior year.

8. SC Scholarship Con’t • LIFE AND PALMETTO FELLOWS SCHOLARSHIP ENHANCEMENT • Be a recipient of the LIFE or Palmetto Fellows Scholarship • Earn at least 14 credit hours of instruction in approved mathematics or life and physical sciences or a combination of both by the end of the first year of college enrollment • Declare an approved major in science or mathematics. • Up to additional $2500 a year starting sophomore year.

9. SC Scholarship Con’t • HOPE SCHOLARSHIP • Up to $2800.00 first college year (4-yr college) • 3.0 GPA • Must be a first time college student. • LOTTERY TUITION ASSISTANCE • NEED BASED GRANT • It is important to complete FAFSA in January of Senior Year.

10. Public – Private – For Profit • Public Institution - An educational institution whose programs and activities are operated by publicly elected or appointed school officials and which is supported primarily by public funds. • Private Institution - An educational institution in which the individual(s) or agency in control receives no compensation, other than wages, rent, or other expenses for the assumption of risk. These include both independent not-for-profit schools and those affiliated with a religious organization. • For-Profit Institution – An educational institution in which the individual(s) or agency in control receives compensation other than wages, rent, or other expenses for the assumption of risk.

11. General Information Average Tuition: Per Year: $21730 With room/board: $29,914 IncomingFreshman Statistics: Average GPA 3.52 (weighted Average SAT: 1054 (1600 Scale) Average ACT: 23 Enrollment: 2312 undergraduate Average class size: 23 Student/Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Deadlines: Application Deadline: Rolling Admission, however encouraged to apply by July 1st for Fall Semester Admission Scholarship Deadline: December 1st, January 1st, & February 1st Additional Information Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division II; South Atlantic Conference Mascot: Trojans Men’s: Baseball, JV basketball, cross-country, golf, soccer, tennis, track, & wrestling Women’s: Basketball, cross-country golf, soccer, softball, tennis, track, & volleyball Campus Setting Urban setting Large town (10,000 - 49,999) Residential campus Was selected as one of “America’s 100 Best College Buys” Fall 2012 launched a new Nursing Program Notable programs: Education, (Teaching Fellows), Interior Design, International Business, Masters, Musical Theatre Program, Art, Design, Ceramics 4 year Private Institution Baptist Affiliated www.andersonuniversity.edu

12. General Information Average Out of State Tuition: Per Year: $18,336 With room/board: $24,476 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.94 (weighted) Average SAT: 1141 (1600 Scale) *Writing Score is required Average ACT: 24.3 *Writing Score is required Enrollment: 15,137 Undergraduate Average class size: 25 Student/Teacher Ratio: 16/1 Number of undergraduate programs: 176 Please Note: You may be asked to submit a "Criminal Background Check" as required by the UNC system. This can take an additional 2-5 business days to complete your application. If your application becomes complete two weeks prior to the start of the term you intend to enroll, you will be required to submit a "Criminal Background Check" per the UNC system. The estimated cost is $22.35 and must be paid by the applicant. Read more about this policy. Additional Information Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division I; Southern Conference Mascot: Mountaineers Men’s: Baseball, basketball, cross-country, football, golf, indoor/outdoor track & field, soccer, tennis, and wrestling Women’s: Basketball, cross-country, field hockey, golf, indoor/outdoor track & field, soccer, softball, tennis, and wrestling Campus Setting Rural setting Large town (10,000 - 49,999) Residential campus Appalachian encourages undergraduate research projects for students alongside professors. Their work is showcased at professional conferences across the country. With study abroad opportunities on nearly every continent, Appalachian students have access to approximately 200 foreign sites for semester and year-long programs of study. 4 year Public Institution www.appstate.edu

13. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $ 23, 328 College Sponsored Housing 2925 for 2 BR Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 2.9 (weighted) ASSET/COMPASS or SAT Enrollment: 720 Undergraduates Average class size: 24-labs; 30-general education classes Student/Teacher ratio: 13/1 Number of undergraduate programs: 12 Deadlines: Application Deadline: Rolling Scholarship Deadline: Varies (inquire with college) Additional Information Athletics: No Athletics Campus Setting: Urban setting Large city (250,000 - 499,999) Commuter campus Regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Opened new facility for the Digital Film and Photography majors 2 & 4 Year Private Institution www.aii.edu/charleston

14. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $26,182 With Room & Board: $36,276 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.10 Average SAT: 1100 (1600 Scale) *SAT is optional Average 21 Enrollment: 1700 Undergraduate Average Class Size: 16 Student/Teacher Ratio: 17/1 Number of Undergraduate Programs: 13 Deadlines: Application Deadline: Rolling Scholarship Deadline: January 9th Additional Information Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division II; Carolinas Conference Mascot: Crusader Men’s: Baseball, Basketball, Lacrosse, Tennis, Golf, Track, Wrestling, Cross Country & Soccer Women’s: softball, Basketball, Lacrosse, Tennis, Golf, Track, Cross Country Soccer & Volleyball Campus Setting: Suburban setting Small town (2,500 - 9,999) Residential campus Will match SC scholarship program (Life, Hope) New and Notable Programs: Biology, Pre-Professional (99% acceptance to Medical School), Biotechnology, Political Philosophy, Motorsports Management Unique education of the whole person (Mind, Body, Spirit) 4 year Private Institution Catholic Affiliated www.belmontabbeycollege.edu

15. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $14,614 With room/board: $24,447 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.0 (weighted) Test Optional Enrollment: 750 Undergraduates Average class size: 12 Student/Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Number of Undergraduate programs: 16 Deadlines: Application Deadline: Rolling Additional Information Athletics: Athletic Division: USCAA Women’s: Varsity Basketball, Club athletics (soccer, golf, softball) Mascot: Belles Campus Setting Urban setting Small city (50,000 - 249,999) Residential campus One of only two Historically Black College or University (HBCU) for Women. 4 year Private Institution United Methodist Church HBCU www.bennett.edu Bennett College for Women

16. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $12,480 - Room/board: $ 5,430 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.38 (unweighted) Average ACT 23.2 Does not accept SAT Does not need writing Enrollment: 3,081 Undergraduates Average class size: 22 Student/Teacher Ratio: 13/1 Deadlines: Application Deadline: August 19 Scholarship Deadline: None Additional Information Athletics: National Christian College Athletic Association Men - Basketball & Soccer Women - Basketball & Soccer Campus Setting: Suburban setting Small city (50,000 - 249,999) Residential campus BJU is dedicated to helping students build a worldview that’s grounded in God’s Truth . 4 Year Private Institution Fundamental Christian www.bju.edu

17. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $23,900 Room/board: $8,200 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.2 (unweighted) Average SAT: 1050 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 22 Enrollment: 630 Undergraduates Average class size: 15 Student/Teacher Ratio: 11/1 Number of Undergraduate Programs: 40 Deadlines: Application Deadlines: February 1st Additional Information Athletics Athletic Division: NCAA Division II, South Atlantic Conference Mascot: Tornado Men’s: Baseball, basketball, cross country, cycling, football, golf, soccer, tennis, track & field Women’s: Basketball, cheerleading, cross country, cycling, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, track & field, volleyball Has a very unique Wilderness Leadership and Experiential Education major. Great for students who are interested in outdoors Top notch Fine Arts Department and especially well-known Music program 4 year Private Institution United Methodist Affiliation www.brevard.edu

18. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $ 21,400 With room/board: $29,800 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.7 (weighted) Average SAT: 1141 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 24 Enrollment: 2,800 Undergraduates Average class size: 20 Student/teacher ratio: 17/1 Number of Undergraduate programs: 61 Deadlines Application Deadline: Rolling Scholarship Deadline: June 30 Additional Information Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division I, Big South Conference Mascot: Buccaneers Men’s: Baseball, basketball, cross country, football, track & field, golf Women’s: Basketball, cross country, track & field, tennis, soccer, volleyball, softball, golf Campus Setting Suburban setting Large city (250,000 - 499,999) Commuter campus Offers majors in Graphic Design, Youth Ministry, and Music Therapy 4 year Private InstitutionSouthern Baptist Affiliatedwww.charlestonsouthern.edu

19. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $ 24,827 (includes uniforms & most incidentals) Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.48 (weighted) Average SAT: 1100 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 23 Enrollment: 2,100 Undergraduates Average class size: 25-30 Student/teacher ratio: 16/1 Number of Undergraduate programs: 18 Deadlines Application Deadline: Rolling Scholarship Deadline: October Majors Business Administration, Civil Engineering, Criminal Justice, and Political Science Additional Information Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division I, Southern Conference Mascot: Bulldogs Men’s: Baseball, basketball, cross country, football, track & field, rifle, tennis, & wrestling Women’s: Cross country, track & field, soccer, volleyball, & golf Campus Setting Urban setting Large city (250,000 - 499,999) Residential campus Between 30-40% of students enter the military after graduation The Citadel Regimental Band and Pipes participated in the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (a festival of military bands), the only U.S. band in Edinburgh for the Tattoo 4 year Public Institutionwww.citadel.edu

20. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $13,968 With room/board: $22,393 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.0 (weighted) Average SAT: 876 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 18 Enrollment: 1893 Undergraduates Average class size: 25 Student/Teacher ratio: 14:1 Number of Undergraduate programs: 33 Deadlines Application Deadline: Rolling July 1 Scholarship Deadline: February 15th Additional Information Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division II, Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Mascot: Panthers Men’s: Baseball, basketball, track & field Women’s: Basketball, softball, volleyball, track & field Campus Setting Urban setting Large town (10,000 - 49,999) Residential campus Majors in African and African American Studies, Computer Science, Digital Design, Music and Business Ranked in the top tier of national liberal arts colleges and universities of the 2012 edition of US News and World Report. 4 year Private InstitutionHBCU – Methodist Affiliationwww.claflin.edu

21. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $ 13,076 With room/board: $20,628 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 4.3 (weighted) Average SAT: 1225 (1600 scale) Average ACT 28 Enrollment: 15,259 Undergraduates Average class size: 29 Student/teacher ratio: 16:1 Number of Undergraduate programs: 80 Deadlines Application Deadline: December 1st Transcripts & Test Scores Dec. 31st Scholarship Deadline: Same deadlines Applicants are accepted by the specific colleges Additional Information Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division I, Southern Conference Mascot: Tigers Men’s: Baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, soccer, swimming & diving, track & field, & tennis Women’s: Basketball, cross country, rowing, soccer, swimming & diving, tennis, track & field, volleyball, & golf Campus Setting Urban setting Large city (250,000 - 499,999) Residential campus 25th best national public university by US News & World Report Ranked #6 by SmartMoney Magazine in nation’s top colleges return on on their tuition dollars 4 year Public Institutionwww.clemson.edu

22. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $9,760 With room/board: $17,460 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.3 (weighted) Average SAT: 1020 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 22 Enrollment: 8,400 Undergraduates Average class size: 23-27 Student/teacher ratio: 17:1 # of Undergraduate programs: 77 Deadlines Application Deadline: Rolling Scholarship Deadline: January 1st Additional Information Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division I, Big South Conference Mascot: Chanticleer Men’s: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Soccer, Cross Country, Tennis, Track & Field Women’s: Basketball, Softball, Track & Field, Golf, Soccer, Cross Country, Tennis, Lacrosse (starting Fall 2012) Campus Setting Urban setting Large city (250,000 - 499,999) Residential campus New student recreation and convocation center opening fall 2012 New Intelligence and National security major added for Fall 2012 Women’s Lacrosse first season starts this year 4 year Public Institutionwww.coastal.edu

23. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $22,200 With room/board: $29,150 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.1 (weighted) Average SAT: 1010 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 21 Enrollment: 1100 Undergraduates Average class size: 12 Student/teacher ratio: 10:1 Number of Undergraduate programs: 29 Deadlines Application Deadline: Rolling Admission, however, preferred application deadline is March 15 Scholarship Deadline: Rolling Additional Information Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division II, Carolinas Conference Mascot: Cobra Men’s: Baseball, Lacrosse, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Cross Country, Tennis Women’s: Softball, Volleyball, Dance Team, Cheerleading, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Cross Country, Tennis Campus Setting Rural setting Large town (10,000 - 49,999) Residential campus Round Table Learning model used to engage students in the classroom Newly Constructed Charles W. & Joan S. Coker Library 4 year Private Institutionwww.coker.edu

24. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $9,978 With room/board: $20,239 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: A/B+ (weighted) Average SAT: 1060-1220 (1600 scale) Average ACT 23-27 Enrollment: 10,460 Undergraduates Average class size: 26 Student/teacher ratio: 20:1 Number of Undergraduate programs: 51 majors 71 minors Deadlines Application Deadline: Early Decision: November 1st, Regular Admission: February 1st Scholarship Deadline: December 1st Campus Setting Urban setting Large city (250,000 - 499,999) Residential campus Additional Information Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division I, Southern Conference Mascot: Cougars Men’s: Baseball, Basketball, Sailing, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Swimming & Diving, Tennis Women’s: Basketball, Sailing, Cross Country, Equestrian, Golf, Soccer Softball, Swimming & Diving, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball, Cheerleading and Dance Team Top feeder school to the Medical University of South Carolina All students come in undeclared and have until the end of their sophomore year to make a decision 4 year Public Institutionwww.cofc.edu

25. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $17,520 With room/board: $24,710 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.76 (weighted) Average SAT: 1114 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 23 Enrollment: 620 Undergraduates Average class size: 20 Student/teacher ratio: 18:1 Number of Undergraduate programs: 14 Deadlines Application Deadline: Rolling Admission Scholarship Deadline: February 28th Additional Information Campus Setting Suburban setting Small city (50,000 - 249,999) Residential campus Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division II, Carolinas Conference Mascot: Valkyries Women’s: Golf, Swimming, Equestian, Lacrosse, Tennis, Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Cross Country New 3-2 Nursing program with Vanderbilt University New Musical Theatre program 4 year Private Institutionwww.ciu.edu

26. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $29,124 Stop the news a reduction by 43%!!! 16.500 With room/board: $37,130 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.8 (weighted) Average SAT: 1071 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 24 Enrollment: 750 Undergraduates Average class size: 12-15 Student/teacher ratio: 10:1 Number of Undergraduate programs: 40 Deadlines Application Deadline: Early Decision: November 15th Scholarship Deadline: Priority: November 15 & Rolling Additional Information Campus Setting Urban setting Small city (50,000 - 249,999) Residential campus Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division II, Carolinas Conference Mascot: Valkyries Women’s: Golf, Swimming, Equestian, Lacrosse, Tennis, Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Cross Country September 2012: New Scholarships! Range from $9,000 - $20,000 Interior Design program renewed CIDA accreditation 4 year Private InstitutionWomen’s Collegewww.converse.edu

27. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $30,000 With room/board: $40,000 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.5 (unweighted) Average SAT: 1250 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 25 Enrollment: 5,000 Undergraduates Average class size: 24 Student/teacher ratio: 16:1 Number of Undergraduate programs: 23 Deadlines Application Deadline: March 1st (Preferred), Rolling Admissions Scholarship Deadline: March 1st Additional Information Campus Setting Urban setting Small city (50,000 - 249,999) Residential campus Athletics: Athletic Division: NAIA Mascot: Ernie the Eagle Men’s: Soccer, Basketball, Baseball, Track, Tennis, Golf Women’s: Volleyball, Soccer, Track, Tennis, Golf Fall 2011 began offering a B.S. in Unmanned Aircraft Systems Greenville campus has an articulation agreement with Greenville Tec. Classes online and in classroom with instructors 4 year Private InstitutionDaytona Beach, Flwww.erau.edu

28. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $27,915 With room/board: $39,415 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.5 (weighted) Average SAT: 1100 (1600 scale) Enrollment: 550 Undergraduates Average class size: 25 Student/teacher ratio: 12:1 Number of Undergraduate programs: 23 Deadlines Application Deadline: Rolling Admissions Scholarship Deadline: May 1 Additional Information Campus Setting Rural setting Rural community (under 2,500) Residential campus Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division II Mascot: The Flying Fleet Men’s: Golf, Tennis, Soccer, Basketball, Baseball, Cross Country, Volleyball Women’s: Golf, Tennis, Soccer, Basketball, Softball, Volleyball, Lacrosse, Cross Country Graduates have extremely high success rate for getting into graduate school (including medical school). Men’s Volleyball team will have its inaugural season in 2012 4 year Private InstitutionReformed Presbyterian Affiliatedwww.erskine.edu

29. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $9,066 With room/board: $15,886 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.56 (weighted) Average SAT: 960 (1600 scale) Enrollment: 3,876 Undergraduates Average class size: 21 Student/teacher ratio: 16:1 Number of Undergraduate programs: 53 Deadlines Application Deadline: Rolling Admissions Scholarship Deadline: Full-Ride: November 18th/All others: March 1st Additional Information Campus Setting Rural setting Small city (50,000 - 249,999) Commuter campus Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division I, Peachbelt Conference Mascot: Patriots Men’s: Basketball, Baseball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Tennis Women’s: Basketball, Softball, Cross Country, Volleyball, Soccer, Tennis Nursing Graduates in Spring 2012 class have 100% first-time NCLEX pass rate Nurse Practitioner program will begin in January 2013 Performing Arts Center won 2 distinguished, national architectural awards 4 year Public Institutionwww.fmarion.edu

30. Florida Gators University of Floridawww.ufl.edu • Tuition: 5,700 Housing 5,250 • Out-of-state undergraduates should add $22,236 to projected tuition/fees. • Freshman Applicants: Applicants must complete the entire application online, including the essay and resume sections. No submission of paper material is permitted. • Fine Arts Applicants: Applicants to programs in Music, Art and Art History and Theatre and Dance have additional requirements/auditions. Please refer to these sites before you apply. • Minimum Admission Requirements • Graduation from a regionally accredited or state-approved secondary school or the equivalent (G.E.D., etc.). • Sixteen academic units, distributed as follows: English (with substantial writing) 4 years • Mathematics (Algebra 1, Formal Geometry, Algebra 2) 4 years • Natural Sciences (two units must include laboratory) 3 years • Social Sciences 3 years • Foreign Language (must be sequential) 2 years • A cumulative C average in the academic core, as computed by the university, at all institutions attended, high school and college. • Students taking dual enrollment courses must present a minimum 2.0 GPA at every institution attended. • A record of good conduct. Major or continuing difficulty with school or other officials may render an applicant ineligible regardless of academic qualifications. • A combined score of at least 1330 on the critical reading, math and writing sections of the SAT (with writing), with a minimum score of 440 on each. Effective with the 2009 entering class, the university will begin considering the writing portion of the SAT. • On the ACT With Writing, a composite score of 19 is required with a minimum of 17 on the English subsection, a minimum of 19 on the math subsection and a minimum of 18 on the reading subsection. ACT scores without the Writing component cannot be used for freshman admission decisions. • All applicants must submit the SAT or the ACT With Writing test. While UF cannot mix scores from old and new tests, the university will accept the highest subscores from the new SAT if you took the new test multiple times. The university cannot mix or combine any ACT subscores.

31. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $41,152 With room/board: $51,662 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.5 – 3.7 (unweighted) Average SAT: 1290 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 28 Enrollment: 2700 Undergraduates Average class size: 18 Student/teacher ratio: 11:1 Number of Undergraduate programs: 42 Deadlines Application Deadline: Early Decision (Binding) November 1, Early action November 15, Regular Decision January 15 Scholarship Deadline: January 15th Additional Information Campus Setting Suburban setting Small city (50,000 - 249,999) Residential campus Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division I, Southern Conference Mascot: Paladin Men’s: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track & Field Women’s: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track & Field, and Volleyball New academic major in Anthropology New men’s and women’s Division 1 Lacrosse program Scholarships: Hollingsworth, Max Heller ($80,000) 4 year Private Institutionwww.engagefurman.edu

32. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $9,792 With room/board: $18,000 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.5 (weighted) Average SAT: 1000 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 20 Enrollment: 3000 Undergraduates Average class size: 22 Student/teacher ratio: 18:1 # of Undergraduate programs: 60 Deadlines Application Deadline: Rolling Scholarship Deadline: January 15th Additional Information Campus Setting Suburban setting Large town (10,000 - 49,999) Residential campus Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division II, Peachbelt Conference Mascot: Bearcat Men’s: Basketball, Soccer, Tennis, Baseball, Golf Women’s: Basketball, Soccer, Tennis, Softball, Golf, Volleyball Majors include: Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Nursing, Theatre, Visual Arts, Music and Mass Communications Over 60 different clubs and organizations 4 year Public Institutionwww.lander.edu

33. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $13,968 With room/board: $22,100 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.7 (unweighted) Average SAT: 1115 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 24 Enrollment: 2000 Undergraduates Average class size: 15 Student/teacher ratio: 14:1 # of Undergraduate programs: 31 Deadlines Application Deadline: Rolling Scholarship Deadline: Crusader Fellow, Trustee Scholars, Foothills Scholars: January 21 Additional Information Campus Setting Rural setting Rural community (under 2,500) Residential campus Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division II, Conference Carolinas Mascot: Crusader Men’s: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track & Field, Cheerleading Women’s: Basketball, Cross Country, Cheerleading, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track & Field, Tennis, Volleyball “All Steinway School” New General Music Degree Crusader football ranked in the Top 10 last season 4 year Private InstitutionBaptist Affiliatedwww.ngu.edu

34. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $9,258 With room/board: $18,544 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.55 (weighted) Average SAT: 830 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 18 Enrollment: 3759 Undergraduates Average class size: 17 Student/teacher ratio: 17:1 Number of Undergraduate programs: 50 Deadlines Application Deadline: July 31st Scholarship Deadline: May 1st Additional Information Campus Setting Urban setting Large town (10,000 - 49,999) Residential campus Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division I, Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Mascot: Bulldogs Men’s: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Tennis, Track & Field Women’s: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball The only undergraduate environmental science field station in the Nation; The only undergraduate degree program in nuclear engineering in South Carolina; 4 year Public InstitutionHBCUwww.scsu.edu

35. SCADSavannah College of Art & Design • Admissions: $35 apply online • $70 apply on paper • A diploma from a US high school or a GED. • SAT or ACT scores sent directly to the school • Supplementary materials • All applicants may submit supplementary materials to enhance their admission files and to be considered for artistic scholarships. Applicants whose high school or secondary school grade point average is below 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or who did not score at least 1000 on the SAT (math and reading only) or at least 21 on the ACT are strongly encouraged to submit supplementary materials: • Tuition – $ 30,510 Housing $7000-$8000 for Atlanta & Savannah • School of Building Arts, School of Communication Arts, School of Design, • School of Fashion, School of Film, Digital Media and Performing Arts, • School of Fine Arts, School of Foundation Studies. School of Liberal Arts

36. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $20,550 With room/board: $28,960 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.64 (unweighted) Average SAT: 980 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 20 Enrollment: 1,456 Undergraduates Average class size: 22 Student/teacher ratio: 17:1 Number of Undergraduate programs: 33 Deadlines Application Deadline: Rolling Scholarship Deadline: June 30th Additional Information Campus Setting Suburban setting Small town (2,500 - 9,999) Residential campus Athletics: Athletic Division: NAIA Mascot: Warriors Men’s: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Tennis, Soccer, Wrestling Women’s: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Tennis, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball, Cheerleading Notable Programs: Recreation, Pre-professional, Forensic Science, & Criminal Justice 4 year Private Universitywww.swu.edu

37. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $14,310 With room/board: $22,228 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.3 (weighted) Average SAT: 884 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 19 Enrollment: 803 Undergraduates Average class size: 22 Student/teacher ratio: 19:1 Number of Undergraduate programs: 6 Deadlines Application Deadline: Rolling Scholarship Deadline: June 30th Additional Information Campus Setting Urban setting Small city (50,000 - 249,999) Residential campus Athletics: Athletic Division: NJCAA Division I, Region X Mascot: Pioneers Men’s: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Tennis, Soccer, Wrestling Women’s: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Tennis, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball, Cheerleading 93% of graduates continue their education at four year schools The only Private, two-year, residential liberal arts college in the state Bridge programs in place with CofC, Converse, Presbyterian, USC Upstate and Wofford 2 year Private Institutionwww.smcsc.edu Spartanburg Methodist College

38. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $10,412 With room/board: $19,927 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.75 (weighted) Average SAT: 1120-1280 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 24-29 Enrollment: 21,383 Undergraduates Average class size: 29 Student/teacher ratio: 19:1 Number of Undergraduate programs: 95 Deadlines Application Deadline: Oct 1– Early Answer, Nov 15th – Honors College, Dec 1st – Regular Deadline, Feb 1 Credentials Scholarship Deadline: Dec 1 & Feb. 15 Campus Setting Urban setting Small city (50,000 - 249,999) Residential campus Additional Information Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division I, Southeastern Conference Mascot: Cocky Men’s: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Diving, Tennis, Track & Field Women’s: Basketball, Cross Country, Equestrian, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Diving, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball The SC Honors College has been ranked as the nation’s #1 honors college this year by “A Review of Fifty Public University Honors Programs” U.S. News & World Report’s college guide ranks the Moore School of Business #1 in the nation for its undergraduate international business program. 4 year Public InstitutionColumbia, SCwww.sc.edu

39. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $8,108 With room/board: $14,958 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.25 (weighted) Enrollment: 1,754 Undergraduates Average class size: 20 Student/teacher ratio: 17:1 Number of Undergraduate programs: 15 Deadlines Application Deadline: Rolling Scholarship Deadline: April 15th Additional Information Campus Setting Suburban setting Large town (10,000 - 49,999) Commuter campus Athletics: Athletic Division: NAIA, Sun Conference Mascot: Sand Sharks Men’s: Baseball, Golf, Cross Country, Track & Field Women’s: Track & Field, Cross Country, Golf Undergraduate research opportunities in state-of-the-art labs and at the research center on USCB's pristine barrier island USCB's historic campus is on the banks of the Intracoastal Waterway in the heart of charming, downtown Beaufor 4 year Public UniversityBluffton, SCwww.uscb.edu

40. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $8,734 Room/board: $6,780 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.25 (weighted) Average SAT: 1000 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 20 Enrollment: 3200 Undergraduates Average class size: 18 Student/teacher ratio: 14:1 # of Undergraduate programs: 46 Deadlines Application Deadline: Rolling Scholarship Deadline: February 1st Additional Information Campus Setting Suburban setting Large town (10,000 - 49,999) Residential campus Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division II, Peachbelt Conference Mascot: Ace the Pacer Men’s: Basketball, Baseball, Golf, Soccer Tennis Women’s: Basketball, Cheerleading, Cross Country, Dance Team, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball Unique equine community, including IHSA Riding Team, Eventing, Polo, Equestrian Club and Equine Scholars Program Three suite style apartment buildings, including one that’s a freshman only residence 4 year Public InstitutionAiken, SCwww.web.usca.edu

41. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $6,200 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.0 (weighted) Average SAT: 950 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 18 Enrollment: 525 Undergraduates Average class size: 15 Student/teacher ratio: 15:1 Number of Undergraduate programs: 2 Deadlines Application Deadline: Rolling Scholarship Deadline: Rolling Additional Information Campus Setting Rural setting Small town (2,500 - 9,999) Commuter campus Athletics: A variety of intramural sports, for men and women, are available to participate in Many different clubs and organizations are available for students to participate in, including: Afro-American and political groups, student media association, computer club, history club, art club, travel club, music club, biology club 2 year Public InstitutionUnion, SCwww.scunion.sc.edu

42. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $9,442 With room/board: $16,692 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.5 (unweighted) Average SAT: 1000 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 21 Enrollment: 5,500 Undergraduates Average class size: 25 Student/teacher ratio: 18:1 Number of Undergraduate programs: 42 Deadlines Application Deadline: Rolling Scholarship Deadline: March 1st Additional Information Campus Setting Suburban setting Large town (10,000 - 49,999) Residential campus Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division I, Atlantic Sun Conference Mascot: The Spartan Men’s: Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Cross Country, Track & Field, Baseball Women’s: Basketball, Soccer, Cross Country, Track & Field, Tennis, Softball, Golf, Volleyball, Cheerleading, Dance Graduated more nurse than any other college in South Carolina More terminal professors teach classes than graduate students. 4 year Public InstitutionSpartanburg, SCwww.uscupstate.edu

43. General Information Average Out of State Tuition Per Year: $17,500 With room/board: $25,000 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.54 (weighted) Average SAT: 1042 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 24 Enrollment: 7,500 Undergraduates Average class size: 24 Student/teacher ratio: 18:1 # of Undergraduate programs: 120 Deadlines Application Deadline: Early Decision – Nov 15; Rolling – April 1 Additional Information Campus Setting Rural setting Small town (2,500 - 9,999) Residential campus Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division I, Southern Conference Mascot: Catamount Men’s: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Track & Field Women’s: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball Notable Programs: Forensic Science (Body Farm), Motion Picture, Outdoor Leadership, Professional Writing, Music, Recreational Therapy, Stage and Design 4 year Public Institutionwww.wcu.edu

44. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $13,026 Room/board: $7,258 – 7,378 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.8 (weighted) Average SAT: 1059 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 23 Enrollment: 4,859 Undergraduates Average class size: 22 Student/teacher ratio: 14:1 # of Undergraduate programs: 42 majors w/ 100+ programs of study Deadlines Application Deadline: Rolling Scholarship Deadline: March 1st Additional Information Campus Setting Suburban setting Small city (50,000 - 249,999) Residential campus Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division I, Big South Conference Mascot: The Eagles Men’s: Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Cross Country Women’s: Basketball, Soccer, Cross Country, Tennis, Softball, Golf, Volleyball This year, the College of Educations received the highest rating of excellence in the areas of assessment and clinical experiences form the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. The University has over 150 student organizations 4 year Public Institutionwww.winthrop.edu

45. General Information Average Tuition Per Year: $33,190 With room/board: $42,565 Incoming Freshman Statistics Average GPA: 3.55 (weighted) Average SAT: 1251 (1600 scale) Average ACT: 26 Enrollment: 1525 Undergraduates Average class size: 17 Student/teacher ratio: 11:1 Number of Undergraduate programs: 25 Deadlines Application Deadline: Nov 15 – Early Decision; Feb 1 – Regular Decision Scholarship Deadline: All applicants are automatically considered for academic scholarships Additional Information Campus Setting Urban setting Small city (50,000 - 249,999) Residential campus Athletics: Athletic Division: NCAA Division I, Southern Conference Mascot: Boston Terriers Men’s: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Rifle, Soccer, Tennis, Track & Field Women’s: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Rifle, Soccer, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball New Environmental Studies major with off-campus LEED Platinum facility Wofford ranks 6th in participation in studies abroad among the nation’s liberal arts colleges 4 year Private Institutionwww.wofford.edu

46. 160+ programs 4 campuses (Barton, Brashier, Greer, Northwest) 15,109 Students enrolled (all campuses) Open admission There are over 130 programs to choose from in business and public service, health and nursing, engineering and industrial technologies, and university transfer plus a wide range of non-credit Corporate and Career Development options. Recipients of the LIFE Scholarship receive a full ride (cost of tuition paid for) plus $300 per year for books. GTC STAT (Simulation Technologies and Training) Center is one of very few in the country using simulators for students in all 20 health programs. They are the only two-year college in South Carolina to offer an honors program. They are the only college in the state to offer fire service training. More Physical Therapist Assistant graduates come from Greenville Tech than any other college in the country. Public 2 year Collegewww.gvltec.edu

47. ARTS AND SCIENCES Associate in Arts Visual and Performing Arts Transfer Tracks Art Education Fine Arts Graphic Design Photography Theatre Web Design Associate in Science Biotechnology Transfer Track BUSINESS AND PUBLIC SERVICE Accounting Administrative Office Technology Medical Concentration Computer Technology Computer Information Systems Concentration (USC Upstate Transfer Program) Information Management and Systems Concentration (USC Upstate Transfer Program) Network System Administration Concentration Programming Concentration BUSINESS AND PUBLIC SERVICE (cont.) Criminal Justice Culinary Arts Technology Bakery and Pastry Concentration Early Care and Education Human Services Management Fire Service Administration Concentration Marketing Paralegal Supply Chain Management HEALTH SCIENCES AND NURSING Biotechnology Dental Hygiene Diagnostic Medical Sonography Emergency Medical Technology Health Information Management Medical Laboratory Technology Nursing Nursing Transfer Track to BSN Occupational Therapy Assistant Physical Therapist Assistant Radiologic Technology Respiratory Care Degrees Offered

48. TECHNOLOGY Aircraft Maintenance Technology Architectural Engineering Technology Automotive Technology Automotive Service Training Program (ASTP) General Motors Automotive Service Educational Program) Nissan/Infinity Training Program (NITP) Southeast Toyota Approved Training Construction Engineering Technology Construction Engineering Technology with Clemson Transfer Electronics Engineering Technology Engineering Graphics Technology Fire Science Technology General Technology Geomatics Technology Industrial Maintenance Technology Machine Tool Technology Mechanical Engineering Technology BUSINESS/PUBLIC SERVICE Cosmetology HEALTH SCIENCES AND NURSING Expanded Duty Dental Assisting Pharmacy Technician Surgical Technology TECHNOLOGY Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technology Auto Body Repair Building Construction Technology Machine Tool Technology Diplomas Degrees (cont.) Certificates Certificates are offered in over 95 specialties

49. Midlands Technical CollegePO Box 2408 (316 Beltline Blvd.) Columbia, SC 29202-2408 Phone: 803-738-1400 Fax: 803-738-7784 Tri-County Technical College PO Box 587 (Highway 76) Pendleton, SC 29670-0587 Phone: 864-646-8361 Fax: 864-646-8256 Trident Technical College PO Box 118067 (7118 Rivers Ave.) Charleston, SC 29423-8067 Phone: 843-574-6111 Fax: 843-574-6109 Additional Public 2 year Colleges

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