College of Charleston
Founded 1770
President Andrew Hsu (President)
Fees USD 13,570
Acceptance Rate Selective (20–50%)
Campus Setting Urban
The College of Charleston is a public liberal arts university founded in 1770 in Charleston, South Carolina — the fourth-oldest university in the United States. Enrolling 10,000 students in one of America’s most storied and beautiful cities, CofC is known for business, marine biology (direct Atlantic coast access), data science, education, and arts programs. Its historic George Street campus in the heart of the Charleston peninsula is one of the most scenic in the nation.
Schools
- School of Business — AACSB-accredited; hospitality, tourism, and coastal business excellence
- School of Sciences and Mathematics — Marine biology with direct access to Charleston Harbor and Atlantic Ocean
- School of Education — Teacher preparation for the Charleston metro
- School of the Arts — Fine arts, theatre, and music in America’s arts capital of the South
How to Apply
- Application: Common App | Acceptance Rate: ~80% | In-State Tuition: ~$13,570