| South Carolina | vs. | Vanderbilt University |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia, South Carolina | Location | Nashville, Tennessee |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Private (not-for-profit) |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
In-State$12,688
Out-Of-State$34,943 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | $63,946 |
| 93% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 66% |
| $6,907 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $49,056 |
| 61.00 % | Acceptance Rates | 6.00 % |
| 25.00 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 57.01 % |
| 1,270 | SAT Score | 1,540 |
| 29 | ACT Score | 35 |
| 78 % | Graduation Rate | 92 % |
| 15 % | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 90 % | Retention Rate | 96 % |
| 35,653 | Student Population | 13,710 |
| 1,693 | Number of Faculties | 1,249 |
| 18 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 7 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |