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South University
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Information Summary
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
Insufficient Data |
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| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$13,343 |
| Admission
Success rate |
52% |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
24 : 1 |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
33% / 100% |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
670 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Columbia, SC 29203
| Surrounding community | Large suburb (inside urban area but outside city, pop. over 250,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 42,459 (37,592 urban / 4,867 rural) |
| Households | 14,755 (2.65 people per house) |
| Families | 10,128 (3.2 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 35,817 |
| Pop. — Asian | 317 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 40 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 193 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 6,195 |
| Pop. — Other | 329 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Associate's — Private For-profit 4-year Primarily Associate's
| Undergraduate | Associates |
|---|---|
| Graduate | N/A |
| Undergraduate Population | Medium full-time two-year |
| Enrollment | Exclusively undergraduate two-year |
| Size & Setting | Very small two-year |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | Master's degree |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Quarter |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning |  |
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| ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force | —
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| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification | |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending South University?
Ranks 2354th for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $12,570 | $12,570 | $12,570 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $90 | $90 | $90 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $262 | $262 | $262 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | $12,570 | $12,570 | $12,570 |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | $90 | $90 | $90 |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | $523 | $523 | $523 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $13,343 | $13,343 | $13,343 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $28,793 | $28,793 | $28,793 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $18,443 | $18,443 | $18,443 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $11,475  $12,443 |
$11,475  $12,443 |
$11,475  $12,443 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $900  $900 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | N/A  N/A |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | N/A  N/A |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | $7,860  $8,700 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $4,410  $6,750 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $5,265  $5,100 |
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Admission Details
| Application Fee Required | N/A |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate Application Fee | $25 |
| Graduate Application Fee | $50 |
| First Professional Application Fee | N/A |
| Applicants | 82 (21 male / 61 female) |
| Admitted | 43 (11 male / 32 female) |
| Admission rate | 52% |
| First-time Enrollment | 42 (10 male / 32 female) |
| FT Enrollment | 37 (9 male / 28 female) |
| PT Enrollment | 5 (1 male / 4 female) |
| Total Enrollment | 670 |
Admission Criteria
What criteria does South University use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record |  / / |
| College Prep. Completion | N/A |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | |
| TOEFL |  |
| Other tests | |
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does South University accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | N/A |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | N/A |
| Board Fee | N/A |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
South University Ranks 4857th for the average student loan amount.
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $1,378 | 23 |  85% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | N/A | N/A |  0% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | N/A | N/A |  0% |
| Student Loan Aid | $2,069 | 25 |  93% |
| Any financial aid type | 27 |  100% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at South University?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Black Non-Hispanic | 78 | 506 | 584 |
Hispanic | 2 | 8 | 10 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 1 | 4 | 5 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | N/A | 1 | 1 |
White Non-Hispanic | 18 | 52 | 70 |
Race Unknown | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total | 99 | 571 | 670 |
Student Graduation Demographics
How many students graduated at South University?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Black Non-Hispanic | N/A | 9 | 9 |
Hispanic | N/A | 1 | 1 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | N/A | N/A | N/A |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | N/A | N/A | N/A |
White Non-Hispanic | N/A | 2 | 2 |
Race Unknown | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total | N/A | 12 | 12 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at South University.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 36 | 37 | |
| 5 | 24 | 29 | |
| 5 | 17 | 22 | |
| 1 | 8 | 9 | |
| 1 | 7 | 8 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
South University Ranks 3664th for the average full-time faculty salary.
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | $32,173 ($33,488 male / $28,447 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 23 (17 male / 6 female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | N/A |
| FT Faculty Ratio | N/A |
| Total Benefits | $158,490 |
South University Summary
The following paragraph provided courtesy of wikipedia.
Originally founded in 1899 as Draughons Practical Business College by John Draughon, the name was changed in mid 1985 to South College, to reflect the accreditation awarded by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), as well as the acquisition of the institution by the family of John T.
South University Academics
Established in 1899, South University provides quality education and personal attention to its students at six locations including Columbia, South Carolina; Tampa, Florida; West Palm Beach, Florida; Montgomery, Alabama; Savannah, Georgia; and, Richmond, Virginia; as well as a virtual campus which provides online degree programs.
South University’s online program is designed to suit the needs of working adults and provides the same high quality curriculum used at the on-ground campuses. Students may earn an online master’s degree in criminal justice, healthcare administration, leadership, business administration, nursing, information systems, or public administration. Students seeking online bachelor degrees may choose among a degree in business administration, criminal justice, healthcare management, information technology, health science, nursing, psychology, or legal studies which is offered partially online. South University’s online degree programs also offer associate degrees in accounting, business administration, health science, information technology, and paralegal which is partially online. All online degrees offer a variety of concentrations to choose in related areas of study.
South University’s Columbia, South Carolina campus provides associate, bachelor, and master degree programs in four colleges: College of Business; College of Health Professions; College of Nursing; and, College of Arts & Sciences. Within the College of Business, students may choose an associate’s degree in business administration, or information technology; a bachelor’s degree in business administration, healthcare management, or information technology; or a master’ degree in business administration, or healthcare administration. The College of Health Professions provides career-focused courses which earn either an associate’s degree in medical assisting, or a bachelor’s degree in health science. Within the College of Nursing, students can obtain a bachelor degree in nursing or pursue a completion program for a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. The College of Arts & Sciences offers a diverse choice of degrees including an associate’s degree in graphic design, or paralegal studies; a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, graphic design, psychology, or legal studies; as well as a master’s degree in professional counseling.
More information on other South University campuses can be found at the links below:
South University Admissions
South University is open to all students who have a high school diploma or equivalent. Prospective students should contact an Admissions Representative at 1-800-688-0932, apply online, or speak to an assistant director of admissions for assistance in applying to the university and for scheduling a campus tour. In addition, students should contact a financial aid officer to discuss financial aid options and qualifications. Prospective students are also required to send SAT/ACT test scores directly to the university.
South University Financial Aid
South University offers several financial aid options for qualifying students, including grants, loans, part-time employment through work study, as well as Veterans Benefits. All students are required to fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for financial assistance.
South University Students
South University maintains six campus locations within five states, all of which provide degree programs geared toward the students’ goals. Students attending on-campus classes can expect ample classroom and student service areas, the use of audio and visual technology in the classrooms, video conferencing capabilities, a medical lab, a bookstore, several computer labs, and a library with an extensive legal library, electronic and paper format periodicals, and access to other online services.
Other services provided by the university include disability services, Veterans services, counseling, and, career services.
South University Athletics
South University does not offer any athletic programs at this time.
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