A superior public university with personality to spare.
Located in the heart of historic Charleston, South Carolina, the College of Charleston is a nationally recognized public university. Founded in 1770, the College is among the nation's top universities for quality education, student life and affordability. Its beautiful and historic campus, combined with contemporary facilities, cutting-edge programs and accessible faculty attracts students from across the U.S. and around the world.
Nearly 10,000 undergraduates and approximately 1,000 graduate students at the College enjoy a small-college feel blended with the advantages and diversity of a mid-sized, urban university. Students work with exceptional professors who love to teach, who are focused on student growth and who help them succeed. And the city of Charleston – world-renowned for its history, architecture, culture and coastal environment – serves as a living and learning laboratory for experiences in business, science, technology, teaching, the humanities, languages and the arts.
About
From the School
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
William Chase
Director of Visitor Services, Admissions
Director of Visitor Services, Admissions
Address
Office of Admissions
66 George Street
Charleston, SC 29424
66 George Street
Charleston, SC 29424
Phone
843-953-5670
Email
admissions@cofc.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
The Cistern Yard
Cougar Mall
Liberty Fresh Food Company and City Bistro
Addlestone Library / Starbucks / Rivers Green
Harbor Walk
The College's Halsey Institute of Art, Avery Research Center, and Emmett Robinson and Sottile Theaters are popular venues for events that serve both the campus and local communities.
Cougar Mall
Liberty Fresh Food Company and City Bistro
Addlestone Library / Starbucks / Rivers Green
Harbor Walk
The College's Halsey Institute of Art, Avery Research Center, and Emmett Robinson and Sottile Theaters are popular venues for events that serve both the campus and local communities.
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Folly Beach / Isle of Palms / Sullivan's Island
SC Aquarium
James Island County Park
Patriots Point Sports Complex/Yorktown
King Street Shopping District
Near this urban campus, there are three beaches (each 25 minutes away) and 62 city parks, music, historic and art venues within a few blocks of the campus, and some of the best restaurants in the country all serving a population of 800,000.
SC Aquarium
James Island County Park
Patriots Point Sports Complex/Yorktown
King Street Shopping District
Near this urban campus, there are three beaches (each 25 minutes away) and 62 city parks, music, historic and art venues within a few blocks of the campus, and some of the best restaurants in the country all serving a population of 800,000.
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
M-F, limited Saturdays
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
843-953-5670
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
843-953-5670
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM & 2:00 PM on most weekdays
Average Length: 1 hour
Dates: Year-round
Times: 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM & 2:00 PM on most weekdays
Average Length: 1 hour
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
No
Information Sessions
Available
Times
On-campus video recording
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Athletic Department
Advance Notice
2 weeks
Contact Email Address for Visit
(843) 953-5556
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Complete the online request form. Visit is not confirmed until you receive a response from our office.
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
The Charleston International Airport is the nearest airport to the campus and is located about twenty minutes from the campus. This airport is serviced by Delta, American Airlines, Allegiant, British Airways, Frontier Airlines, Jet Blue, Southwest, and United. A cab must be taken from the airport to campus. A Greyhound bus station and an Amtrak train station are also located about 20 minutes from campus. Both the Myrtle Beach Airport and the Savannah, GA airport are about two hours from Charleston. There is a bus service that allows for travel around the city. The Charleston Area Regional Transit Authority (CARTA) sponsors the Downtown Area Shuttle (DASH) for travel in the Charleston peninsula. CARTA also sponsors a bus service that allows for transportation in downtown and in the surrounding areas.
Driving Instructions to Campus
From I-26: Take a right at the Meeting Street Exit. Follow Meeting St. to Calhoun St. Take a right onto Calhoun St. Follow for two blocks and the heart of campus will be on your left between St. Phillip St. and Coming St.
From Hwy 17-S: Take the Lockwood Dr. south (right) exit. From Lockwood Dr., turn left onto Calhoun St. Follow Calhoun St. The heart of campus will be on your right between Coming St. and St. Phillip St.
From Hwy 17-N: Follow Hwy 17 over the Cooper River bridge. After the bridge, exit on Meeting St. Follow Meeting St. to Calhoun St. Take a right at Calhoun St. Follow for two blocks and the heart of campus will be on your left between St. Phillip St. and Coming St.
Local Accommodations
The following are just some of the hotels in the historic district: Holiday Inn (Meeting Street), Francis Marion Hotel (Calhoun and King Streets), Embassy Suites (Meeting Street), Charleston Place (King and Market Streets), Mills House (Meeting and Queen Streets), and The Courtyard Marriott (Lockwood Drive).
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Admissions
Overall
From The School
Our open and collaborative community creates an intimate setting where you'll have the opportunity to think, create and explore alongside leading faculty in their respective fields. Here, you will be given the freedom to explore your passions and are supported throughout the journey to discovering your best path.
You are more than your grades or test scores. Above all, our admissions committee wants to know what makes you unique. Our holistic review of your application includes:
GPA (weighted or unweighted).
class rank.
test scores (If you choose to submit them).
up to two letters of recommendation (optional).
high school coursework
Apply using the College of Charleston Application or the Common App.
Overview
Applicants: 22,020
Acceptance Rate: 76%
Average HS GPA: 4.07
GPA Breakdown
54%
4.0
17%
3.75 - 3.99
16%
3.50 - 3.74
9%
3.25 - 3.49
4%
3.00 - 3.24
1%
2.50 - 2.99
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Learn MoreSAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
580 - 660
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
550 - 640
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
1140 - 1210
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
24 - 30
Testing Policies
Yes
Yes
Standardized testing policy for use in admission
Test Optional
Deadlines
Early Decision — October 15
Early Action — November 1
Regular — January 15
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Academic GPA
Selectivity Rating
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Academics
Overall
From The School
Academic Programs
A College of Charleston education is consistently excellent and constantly evolving. We're proud to offer more than 140 majors and minors, which empower our talented students to explore every inch of the expanding intellectual universe.
The strength of a College of Charleston education is in its deeply rooted liberal arts and sciences tradition. Our goal is to prepare our students to be ethical, open-minded leaders and multidisciplinary problem solvers.
The College of Charleston is a mid-sized, public university organized around seven schools:
School of the Arts
School of Business
School of Education
School of Health Sciences
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
School of Languages, Cultures, and World Affairs
School of Sciences, Mathematics and Engineering
We also invite you to learn more about our distinctive Honors College, which expands on partnerships between faculty and student by creating a vibrant and diverse living-learning community.
Majors and Degrees Offered
A College of Charleston education is a personalized education. You'll have the freedom to mix and match your academic interests to create a unique, intellectually stimulating course of study.
We've given you a head start with our 25 interdisciplinary minors such as Environmental and Sustainability Studies and Crime, Law and Society. These programs draw resources from several different schools and departments. We also offer innovative degree programs like data science, the first undergraduate degree program of its kind in the nation.
No matter which major or minor you choose, you'll be taught by exceptional professors whose top priority is your success.
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
15.6:1
Total Faculty
893
with Terminal Degree
611
474
Women
419
Men
142
Minority
25
International
Most frequent class size
20 - 29
Most frequent lab / sub section size
20 - 29
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
59%
Graduate in 5 years
65%
Graduate in 6 years
67%
Majors
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AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
African-American/Black Studies.
German Studies.
Latin American and Caribbean Studies.
Women's Studies.
-
BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography.
Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Finance, General.
Hospitality Administration/Management, General.
International Business/Trade/Commerce.
Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
Project Management.
Real Estate.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Computer Software and Media Applications, Other.
Information Science/Studies.
-
EDUCATION.
Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching.
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching.
Secondary Education and Teaching.
Special Education and Teaching.
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels.
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ENGINEERING.
Computer Software Engineering.
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Systems Engineering.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General.
French Language and Literature.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Public Health Education and Promotion.
-
HISTORY.
History, General.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other.
-
MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Historic Preservation and Conservation.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
Sustainability Studies.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Jewish/Judaic Studies.
Philosophy.
Religion/Religious Studies.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Astronomy and Astrophysics, Other.
Chemistry, General.
Chemistry, Other.
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences, Other.
Geology/Earth Science, General.
Meteorology.
Physics, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Anthropology, Other.
Anthropology.
Archeology.
Economics, General.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology.
Urban Studies/Affairs.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art History, Criticism and Conservation.
Dance, General.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Fine and Studio Arts Management.
Fine/Studio Arts, General.
Music, General.
Students Say
Founded in 1770, the College of Charleston provides its 10,000 undergraduates a midsized liberal arts experience within the boundaries of one of the south’s most thriving cities. Good academic advising, a strong focus on writing skills and interdisciplinary studies, and a reputable business program are just some of the school’s many perks, and many classes incorporate non-traditional types of learning such as “lots of field work and field trips around the city.” As one student describes the opportunity to tour the city for a hospitality class, this “really [brings] the material to life.” The school “caters to everyone, not just a single department or major,” and the quantity and breadth of courses offered is appreciated by students. Academic diversity is a huge boon at the College, and within each major “there are plenty of students from different perspectives and the curriculum in class encourages the sharing of ideas from those perspectives.”
Professors “care how well their students perform and help them find opportunities through networking and general encouragement.” The ideal size of the school creates “a great student to professor ratio.” Faculty are “engaged, knowledgeable, and passionate about the subject matter they teach,” and they are “eager to engage with students that are excited to study and learn.” The location and the school’s reputation make for tons of internship and professional opportunities, and everything the school has to offer is available to all. If you need anything from academic advising to counseling or career planning, there are people here “with the passion and resources to help.”
Degrees
Bachelor's
Certificate
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Certificate
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Michelle Asha Cooper
President of the Institute for Higher Education Policy.
Nafees Bin Zafar
A two-time Academy Award?winning visual effects artist.
Cary Ann Hearst
Folk/roots rock musician and half of award-winning duo Shovels & Rope
John Tisdale
Pioneering doctor/researcher in the treatment of sickle-cell anemia.
Jason Chan
Head of information security at Netflix, responsibly for a 60-person division that secures everything from customer data to original program scripts
Roger N. Amrol, Jr.
President and CEO, Robert Bosch Tool Corporation North America
Jenessa Gjeltema
Specialist in Zoological Medicine, one of just 215 veterinarians in the world certified as an expert by the American College of Zoological Medicine.
Academic Rating
78/99
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
59%
Graduate in 5 years
65%
Graduate in 6 years
67%
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Excerpt from Colleges That Create Futures
Students who want to hone key leadership skills can opt into The College of Charleston's Leadership Certificate Program at any point during their college career. Over the course of three or four semesters, students customize their own leadership development by combining a number of the Hidgon Student Leadership Center's many offerings. (Leadership roles through other organizations on campus like an orientation intern or an officer position in a student club also can count as credit toward the certificate.) A capstone project completes the experience. As the Leadership Center's director Michael Duncan explains, the CofC's leadership programming is truly focused on honing life skills. He said, "We try to get at leadership beyond a positional model. It's a set of characteristics and traits that a person can identify, learn, develop, and strengthen over time. We define leadership beyond just holding a title." 2016 graduate Warren Steele told us that he was "extensively involved" with the Leadership Center throughout his tenure at CofC, and he explained why his leadership training has been so valuable: "Knowing the difference between leading and managing, how to facilitate positive change, and understanding the philosophy that sometimes some of the most influential leaders do not have a title all are concepts that contributed to my success in my undergraduate experience and are also aiding in my graduate studies."
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Overview
From The School
Tuition, Room, Board and Fees
Undergraduate tuition* is $12,518 (resident) and $36,398 (non-resident). Tuition includes the fall and spring semesters. Average tech and library fees are $460.
Room and board costs include expenses for housing and food. For on-campus and off-campus students the weighted average room and board cost is $13,779. For students that indicated on the FAFSA living with parents, there is no room allowance, just the surveyed average off-campus board amount of $3,407.
*Tuition includes the fall and spring semesters and are estimated based on the student taking at least 12 hours per semester. All figures are subject to change without notice. Please see the Treasurer's office website for a complete list of charges.
Financial Aid
The College of Charleston recognizes that a college education is a major expense in most family budgets. It is important to know that there are many federal, state, local and institutional sources available to help students meet those expenses. The Office of Financial Assistance and Veterans Affairs administers scholarships, grants, loans, work study and Veterans benefits. Please explore our website for information about those programs.
Dates
Application Deadlines
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$2,685
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$2,625
Average Need-Based Loan
$3,309
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
54%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$32,906
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$2,685
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition (In-State)
$12,518
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$35,338
Required Fees
$460
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,345
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$3,152
Transportation for Commuters
$2,157
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Financial Aid Rating
78/99
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
From The School
College can be exactly what you imagined. A world-class liberal arts education informed by the future of work. A culture that celebrates the power of diverse thought. A thriving arts destination and beacon of historic preservation. It's why Charleston is the best small city in America. And why the College boasts more than 240 student clubs and organizations. It's why we've dedicated more than 250 years to educating, elevating and inspiring generations of brilliant, curious minds.
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
9,972
Foreign Countries Represented
72
Demographics
1.94%
Asian
5.61%
Black
7.16%
Hispanic
78.92%
Caucasian
1.57%
Unknown
67% female
33% male
44% are out of state
92% are full time
8% are part time
Students Say
At Charleston, students “can express themselves freely and openly with little to no judgement.” The overall population may lean toward “white” and “middle to upper middle class,” but “there are many diverse viewpoints and backgrounds.” Charleston may technically be an urban environment, but “the city lends to a cool sort of blending where every group overlaps and coexists.” This is a “small school with large school energy,” and everyone at the College “is welcoming to new students and freshmen.” “People are always willing to help each other out and general class culture is very positive and uplifting.”
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
From The School
Location
Live Life in a Postcard
Experience a vibrant and diverse cultural life in a place small enough for anyone to feel right at home. Here, the lines between campus and the city blur — so you can learn something new every time you walk down the street. And then there's what makes Charleston iconic. The College of Charleston is in the middle of one of the most lovingly preserved historic districts in America — yet home to innovative companies like Google, Boeing and Blackbaud.
It seems like there's always something going on in Charleston. The annual Spoleto Festival USA is the premier arts festival in the country. The Cooper River Bridge Run has been called the best 10K race in the world. And every March, top chefs and fashion designers flock to the Lowcountry for the Charleston Wine + Food Festival and Charleston Fashion Week.
The College of Charleston is inseparable from the city of Charleston, and you'll feel like a local no matter where you're from. Charleston is the perfect sized city for the perfect sized college. It's big enough to support a vibrant cultural life — huge concerts and small clubs, dance troupes and opera, historic sites and professional sports — and small enough for students to feel right at home from their very first day.
Campus Facilities & Equipment
The Marlene and Nathan Addlestone Library is the region's top research library. This modern facility has a holding capacity of one million volumes, seats 1,400 people and has 300+ computers. The library is also the prime study spot on campus. A huge draw is Rivers Green, a large, inviting lawn and patio area behind the library that's equipped with tables, chairs and high-speed WiFi. Another "perk" is Starbucks, Addlestone's tasty refueling station for marathon study sessions.
TD Arena, a 5,000-seat, state-of-the-art athletic facility that serves as home to the Cougars men's and women's basketball and women's volleyball teams.
Patriots Point, a 35-acre athletic complex, home to the Cougar soccer, softball and baseball programs.
Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture, Part museum, part research facility, the center plays a central role in Charleston's black community through research opportunities and outreach programs.
The Center for Entrepreneurship directs its resources and energies to providing experiential activities that assist students in developing an entrepreneurial mindset. It helps connect students to the wider entrepreneurial ecosystem encapsulating guest speakers, mentors, judges, etc. This focus ties directly into the College's strategic plan to provide enhanced "opportunities for experiential learning" and "contribute to the well-being of the region."
Environmental Campus on the Stono River is a majestic 881-acre property along the Stono River and the Intercoastal Waterway. The myriad ecosystems include pine forests, wetlands, savannahs, tidal marshes, as well as brackish, saltwater and fresh-water ponds. College of Charleston students and faculty of multiple disciplines – from marine biology to forest management and historic preservation – utilize this vibrant living laboratory. This property enables the College of Charleston to educate its students in an unparalleled natural setting; inspire collaboration across campus, industry and governmental agencies; and prepare students and faculty to be leaders in today's environmentally volatile, global society.
Established in 1955, Grice Marine Laboratory is a core facility in support of the undergraduate and the graduate degree programs in marine and environmental sciences at the College of Charleston. The lab supports research in marine sciences conducted by faculty members and students.
Part of the School of the Arts at the College of Charleston, the Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art is the public face of artistic life at the College. In addition to exhibiting some of the finest contemporary art in the Southeast, HICA sponsors lectures, film series and publications, and serves as an inspiring living laboratory for undergraduate art students.
Harbor Walk, this 45,000-square-foot contemporary complex consists of classrooms, faculty offices and laboratories. Home to the Department of Computer Science and the Computer Science Student Innovation Center, this facility is immediately adjacent to Charleston Harbor.
The Sustainability Literacy Institute (SLI) is the physical, pedagogical, virtual and institutional hub for sustainability literacy efforts at the College. The purpose of SLI is to foster positive social, economic and environmental change by way of a sustainably literate campus community.
Off-Campus Opportunities
It would be hard to beat our amazing location. Because the blurred lines between campus and city mean that Charleston serves as your living-learning laboratory. Charleston has a growing reputation for innovation and change.
-400+ tech companies. That's why they call it Silicon Harbor.
The state's only comprehensive academic health sciences center (Medical University of South Carolina) is a short walk from campus.
Aerospace, automotive, logistics, software/IT, medical, hospitality and tourism jobs dominate the region.
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
28%
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
89/99
First-Year Students living on campus
90%
Campus Environment
Small Urban
95/99
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Frat Sorority
Other
Theme Housing
Frat Sorority
Other
Theme Housing
Students Say
The school has a “love of its own history,” as well as one for the “booming” city of Charleston. People enjoy “shopping on King Street or going to events hosted by the city,” and on weekends, “many people head to the beach or socialize at parties.” In between classes, students are found “grabbing food, studying in the library, or working out,” and they often gather at each other’s residence halls or apartments to relax and study together at night. There is something for everyone at the college with “tons of different groups on campus,” and most students are “extremely involved” and “participate in multiple clubs.”
Whether it means having the chance to work near campus or being close enough to walk to class every day, “the location is a perfect fit” for just about every student (particularly the many who love the outdoors). “Just going on a walk around town and seeing all of the beautiful houses and their history is extremely entertaining.” The college “really does have a beautiful campus and we take pride in keeping it up,” and students can just as easily live on-campus as rent nearby.
Special Needs Admissions
Program / Service Name
Center for Disability Services
Type of Program
For all students with disabilities
Director
Anne Osowski
College Entrance Tests Required
Yes
Interview Required
No
Documentation Required for LD
The following professionals are considered qualified to evaluate and diagnose a learning disability: Licensed psychologist or neuropsychologist School psychologist Level I, Level II, or Level III (administered while student was enrolled in the school district where school psychologist was practicing) Licensed school psychologist Information regarding academic achievement including reading, writing, math, oral language and discussion of strengths and impact of condition(s) in the postsecondary environment Information regarding information processing/cognitive abilities including speed of processing, cognitive efficiency, visual-auditory processing, perceptual-motor processing, etc. and discussion of strengths and impact of condition(s) in the postsecondary environment Information regarding executive functioning including memory, concentration, attention and discussion of strengths and impact of condition(s) in the postsecondary environment Information regarding language abilities including expressive-receptive language, speech, and discussion of strengths and impact of condition(s) in the postsecondary environmentDocumentation Required for ADHD
The student must submit a report that meets the following guidelines: 1.Current 2.Administered by one of the following: Licensed psychologist or neuropsychologist Licensed school psychologist Psychiatrist or M.D. specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of attention deficits Documentation should also include the following information: Information regarding a sufficient number of symptoms of Inattention and/or Hyperactivity/Impulsivity that have been persistent and maladaptive Information regarding the childhood onset of symptoms and associated impairment Information regarding executive functioning including memory, concentration, attention and discussion of strengths and impact of condition(s) in the postsecondary environment.Special Need Services Offered
Calculator allowed in exams
Yes
Dictionary allowed in exams
Yes
Computer allowed in exams
Yes
Spellchecker allowed in exams
Yes
Extended test time
Yes
Scribes
Yes
Proctors
Yes
Oral exams
No
Notetakers
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Accommodation for students with ADHD
Yes
Reading machine
Yes
Other assistive technology
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
225
Number of Honor Societies
11
Number of Social Sororities
14
Number of Religious Organizations
19
19% join a fraternity
17% join a sorority
Sports
Athletic Division
Division I
22% participate in intramural sports
4% participate in intercollegiate sports
Men's Sports (Cougars)
8 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Golf
Sailing
Soccer
Tennis
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Golf
Sailing
Soccer
Tennis
Women's Sports (Cougars)
12 Sports
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Equestrian Sports
Golf
Sailing
Sand Volleyball
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cross Country
Equestrian Sports
Golf
Sailing
Sand Volleyball
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Health
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: The Citadel
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Charleston Southern University
LGBT Support Groups: Prism
Prism (formerly Gay-Straight Alliance) is a student-led organization at College of Charleston. Prism aims to provide a fun, welcoming, and educational environment each week. Our goal is to support and foster a close community among LGBTQ+ and ally students on campus.
Email: prismcofc@gmail.com
Facebook: Prism-College of Charleston
Twitter: twitter.com/CofCPRISM
Instagram: @cofcprism
Minority Support Groups: Multicultural Student Programs and Services coordinates the campus-wide plan for the retention of African American, Asian American, American Indian, Latino and other historically under represented students in higher education. The Center oversees a summer transitions program for incoming freshmen (SPECTRA), a peer/employee mentoring program (Mentoring Matters), affiliates with the South Carolina Alliance for Minority Participation in Science and Math Program (SCAMP) for students desiring to major in the field of science of mathematics, as well as providing academic advising, supplemental tutorial services, workshops, seminars, and leadership development opportunities. Please see our web site http://msps.cofc.edu/
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: The Citadel
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Charleston Southern University
Sustainability
87/99
AASHE STARS® rating
Silver
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
School employs a sustainability officer
Yes
Public GHG inventory plan
Yes
Available Transportation Alternatives
Bike Share
Yes
Carpool/Vanpool Matching Program
Yes
Condensed Work Week Option For Employees
Yes
Indoor And Secure Bike Storage, Shower Facilities, And Lockers For Bicycle Commuters
Yes
School Developed Bicycle Plan
Yes
School Offers A Telecommute Program For Employees
Yes
Data provided by Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE), STARS®, as of March, 2024.
Campus Security Report
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
Yes
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Yes
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
Description
Dell, Apple, SC State Contract Vendors
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
