University of South Carolina
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 61%
Average High School GPA: 3.7
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1180-1380
ACT Range:26-32
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 28,470
Public or Private: Public
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Moderate
In-State Tuition: $12,688
Out-of-State Tuition: $35,972
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Columbia, South Carolina
Setting: City
U.S. Region: Southeast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 46°F (8°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 82°F (28°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 47 inches (1,194 mm)
Nearest Airport: Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) — Approximately 7 miles (15-minute drive) from campus.
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Social Media
Instagram:@uofsc
Swim Team Instagram: @gamecockswimdive
Twitter:@UofSC
Facebook:University of South Carolina
LinkedIn:University of South Carolina
YouTube:University of South Carolina
TikTok: @uofsc
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University Athletics
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Carolina Natatorium
Head Coach: Jeff Poppell
Men’s Recruiting Questionnaire
Women’s Recruiting Questionnaire
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #24
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #11 in SEC
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #24
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #5 in SEC
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U.S. News College Rankings
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Forbes Top Colleges
#248 America's Best Large Employers 2025
#163 Top Colleges 2025
#72 In Public Colleges
#121 In Research Universities
#41 In The South
America's Best Employers By State 2024
#312 America's Best Employers for Diversity 2024
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A
Academics: A
Diversity: A-
Athletics: A+
Professors: A
Dorms: B+
Student Life: A+
Value: B
Campus: A
Party Scene: A+
Location: B+
Campus Food: A
Safety: A-
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #50 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #27 of 1,332
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