Charleston Southern University
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 49%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Charleston Southern University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 58% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 32nd percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (SC wage index 0.81). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Charleston Southern University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | — | $97,290 | -9% | #188 of 349 | #126 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $66,310 | $75,175 | -15% | #880 of 966 | #699 | $29,750 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $64,920 | $69,117 | +1% | #399 of 1176 | #198 | $25,343 |
| Accounting and Related Services | — | $58,600 | -23% | #740 of 796 | #649 | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services | — | $57,482 | -16% | #172 of 187 | #147 | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | — | $57,253 | -2% | #155 of 275 | #108 | — |
| Marketing | — | $57,179 | -17% | #430 of 516 | #352 | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $33,633 | $53,162 | -4% | #392 of 660 | #193 | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $33,518 | $50,824 | -10% | #419 of 660 | #271 | $24,375 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $40,612 | $48,154 | -6% | #247 of 345 | #154 | $27,323 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $26,722 | $47,715 | -13% | #481 of 610 | #361 | $27,000 |
| Biology | $29,891 | $46,399 | -19% | #764 of 841 | #672 | $27,000 |
| Social Sciences | $23,797 | $44,416 | -17% | #72 of 87 | #60 | $24,700 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $40,478 | $43,743 | -8% | #545 of 680 | #402 | $26,092 |
| Psychology | $35,364 | $41,934 | -17% | #922 of 1027 | #769 | $27,000 |
| Design and Applied Arts | — | $41,925 | -19% | #254 of 299 | #214 | $27,000 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Charleston Southern University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $298,769
- Avg rent near campus: $1,648/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 29405 (5.2% cap, North Charleston)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $30,380 | $30,380 |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $47,220 | $47,220 |
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Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Charleston Southern University's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
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- Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology