C
Average
Score: 46/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
71/100 · earnings-weighted

Spartanburg Methodist College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Spartanburg, South Carolina 29301
Spartanburg Methodist College campus, Spartanburg, SC
Spartanburg Methodist College campus, Spartanburg, SC. Photo: Queenm11, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

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: 38%
Outcomes
C
54/100
Affordability
D
41/100
Resources
C
48/100
Experience
B+
74/100
Prestige
F
18/100

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

1,029
Total Enrollment
38%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
81%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Spartanburg Methodist College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$42,895
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$33,427
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,000
Median debt at graduation
42.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
61.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 28% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 85th percentile among associate-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 Spartanburg Methodist College

Median pay of associate'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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$14,509$36,304-18%#845 of 947#704$12,000

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.

For parents & investors

The Spartanburg Methodist College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $238,571
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,409/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 29333 (8.0% cap, Spartanburg)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $16,200 $16,200
Total Cost (On-Campus) $35,132 $35,132

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
65%
Receive Pell Grants
59%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,029
Total Students
55%
Women
93%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 44%
Hispanic 16%
Black 32%
Asian 1%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 44%
Hybrid (Some Online) 40%
Fully Online 16%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 93%
25-64 (Adult) 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Spartanburg Methodist College?
Spartanburg Methodist College has an acceptance rate of 81%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Spartanburg Methodist College?
Tuition at Spartanburg Methodist College is $16,200 for in-state students and $16,200 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Spartanburg Methodist College?
The graduation rate at Spartanburg Methodist College is 38%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Spartanburg Methodist College a good school?
Spartanburg Methodist College has a Repit College Score of 46/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Spartanburg Methodist College?
Spartanburg Methodist College has a total enrollment of 1,029 students. Most students (93%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology