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USC Union is in a town not particularly near any major cities, in Union, SC. The school is classified as a public college. Students at USC Union earn degrees up to the Associate's degree.
Students and faculty are generally focused on one of the school's main fields of study. The most common major fields study at USC Union include liberal arts.
The school does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007-2008 was 390 to 510 for students at USC Union. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 390 and 510.
Some professors at the school are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members.
USC Union, in 2007-2008, had 398 students (277 full-time equivalent).
Many students at the school are part-timers.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of South Carolina Union
309 East Academy St
Union, SC 29379
General Phone: (864) 429-8728
http://uscunion.sc.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 70 | liberal arts and sciences |
Number of programs and degrees for USC Union in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 70 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, USC Union had a total enrollment of 398 students (277 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 38% |
| Women | 62% |
| Full-Time | 86% |
| Part-Time | 14% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 72% |
| Black | 25% |
| Hispanic | 0% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 36% |
| 18-19 | 30% |
| 20-21 | 8% |
| 22-24 | 4% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| South Carolina | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 63 % |
| Part-Time | 13 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Union, 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 | 131 | 121 | 92% | 98 | 81% |
| Men | 48 | 46 | 96% | 37 | 80% |
| Women | 83 | 75 | 90% | 61 | 81% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 390 | 510 |
| SAT Math | 390 | 510 |
| ACT Verbal | 13 | 20 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 20 |
| ACT Composite | 15 | 18 |
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 | 34% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 64% |
| 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 | $ 5,264 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 12,680 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,036 |
Financial Aid:
USC Union participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 492700)
USC Union has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 1 | 2 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 4 | 1 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | academic year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $47,029 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 4 | $48,642 | 3 | $42,151 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets USC Union 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 4% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| 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
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