Allendale, SC is home to USC Salkehatchie. Allendale is a self-contained town. The school is a public institution. Degrees at USC Salkehatchie go up to the Associate's degree.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Students commonly pursue studies in liberal arts.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 370. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 390 and 490.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
USC Salkehatchie has 909 enrolled students (as of 2007).
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of South Carolina Salkehatchie
465 James Brandt Blvd
Allendale, SC 29810
General Phone: (800) 922-5500
http://uscsalkehatchie.sc.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 62 | liberal arts and sciences |
Number of programs and degrees for USC Salkehatchie in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 62 | 1 |
In 2007, USC Salkehatchie had a total enrollment of 909 students (640 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 39% |
| Women | 61% |
| Full-Time | 83% |
| Part-Time | 17% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 59% |
| Black | 38% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 20% |
| 18-19 | 36% |
| 20-21 | 12% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| South Carolina | 95% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 57 % |
| Part-Time | 29 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Allendale, South Carolina for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other South Carolina Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 386 | 338 | 88% | 224 | 66% |
| Men | 149 | 129 | 87% | 87 | 67% |
| Women | 237 | 209 | 88% | 137 | 66% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 370 | 500 |
| SAT Math | 390 | 490 |
| ACT Verbal | 13 | 20 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 19 |
| ACT Composite | 14 | 19 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 48% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 38% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,868 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,780 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,006 |
Financial Aid:
USC Salkehatchie participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 345400)
USC Salkehatchie has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 5 | 1 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 2 | 5 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 3 | 3 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 3 | $43,112 | 4 | $43,167 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 8 | $47,991 | 8 | $44,575 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baseball | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| Total | 11 | 0 | 11 |
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets USC Salkehatchie Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Tenure system for quality teaching
Offers athletic scholarships
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