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USC Union is located in a town not particularly near any major cities, in Union, South Carolina. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at USC Union top out at the Associate's degree.
The school tries to do a few things and do them well, and doesn't offer a huge range of majors. Students at USC Union often study liberal arts.
The admissions department at the school does not accept all those who apply. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 390 to 490 in 2005. A quarter of students admitted in 2005 scored 480 or higher on the math SAT.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors.
USC Union offers classes to 321 students (215 full-time equivalent).
The school has a large share of part-time students.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of South Carolina - Union
309 East Academy St
Union, SC 29379
General Phone: (864) 429-8728
Admissions Phone: (864) 429-8728
Financial Aid Phone: (800) 768-5566
http://uscunion.sc.edu/
USC Union awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 56 | liberal arts and sciences |
Number of programs and degrees for USC Union in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 56 | 1 |
In 2005, USC Union had a total enrollment of 321 students (215 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 36% |
| Women | 64% |
| Full-Time | 88% |
| Part-Time | 12% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 80% |
| Black | 18% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 33% |
| 18-19 | 29% |
| 20-21 | 8% |
| 22-24 | 4% |
| 25-29 | 4% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 3% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| South Carolina | 100% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 63 % |
| Part-Time | 27 % |
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 | 126 | 116 | 92% | 90 | 78% |
| Men | 43 | 40 | 93% | 32 | 80% |
| Women | 83 | 76 | 92% | 58 | 76% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 390 | 490 |
| SAT Math | 370 | 480 |
| ACT Verbal | 14 | 20 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 17 |
| 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 | 54% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 51% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (864) 429-8728
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,324 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,384 |
| Books and supplies | $ 890 |
Financial Aid:
USC Union participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 492700)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (800) 768-5566
USC Union has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 3 | 0 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 1 | 0 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 2 | 1 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| 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 (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 3 | $57,783 | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 5 | $50,608 | 1 | * |
*: 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 6% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 10% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 13% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| 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 placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching
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