Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003419
- Phone: (864) 231-2000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
49.65%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
24FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$16,189Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Charleston Southern University (CSU)
316 Boulevard, Anderson, SC
CSU is a nonprofit private institution located in Charleston, South Carolina and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. The Baptist affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Enrollment at Charleston Southern University is nearly 3,200 yearly.
Areas of study offered at Charleston Southern University include but are not limited to:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
- Security And Protective Services
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. Most students accepted to CSU have an SAT score in a range of 880 - 1098, or an ACT score in a range of 19 - 24. Roughly 60% of all students that applied were accepted at Charleston Southern University, with 31% of those accepted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at csuniv.edu.
The cost of tuition is approximately $23,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attendance. Students enrolled at CSU may be eligible for aid which is generally loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The mascot for Charleston Southern University is the "Buccaneers", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include the following:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Golf (NCAA Division I-AA)
Contact information, academics information, programs offered, and more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.csuniv.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants CSU accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Charleston Southern University has a total student population of about 3,400, where graduate students make up roughly 17% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- The estimated tuition range is around $26,000-$31,000 per year
- The estimated tuition for part time students is around $470 to $560 per unit
- The estimated cost for room and board is around $12,000, which includes twenty-one meals provided per week
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $20,441 |
Receiving Student Loans | 72% | $5,974 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Charleston Southern University may provide services to students including:
- Distance learning
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
CSU is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Big South Conference)
- Basketball (Big South Conference)
- Track and Field (Big South Conference)
- Football (Big South Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Charleston Southern University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Wildlife Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Organizational Leadership (M)
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Accounting (B, M)
- Project Management (B, M)
- Human Resources (B, M)
- Organizational and Nonprofit Management (B, M)
- Finance (B, M)
- Information Systems (M)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Healthcare Administration (B, M)
- Athletic Training (M)
- Nursing Education (M)
- Music Therapy (B)
History
- History (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Medicine (B)
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Social Science (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Economics (B)
Theology and Religious Vocations
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Charleston Southern University.
- Claflin University in Charleston, SC (57 miles away)
- Voorhees College in Charleston, SC (65 miles away)
- Morris College in West Columbia, SC (68 miles away)
- Allen University in Graniteville, SC (90 miles away)
- Benedict College in Beaufort, SC (90 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Visit the main South Carolina colleges & universities profile page
- Browse our list of private colleges in South Carolina
- See other Christian and Bible Colleges in South Carolina
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003419
- Phone: (864) 231-2000
- School Homepage