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South Carolina's top colleges by size?

Does anyone know the biggest colleges in South Carolina? I'm starting my college search and would like to know more about universities with large campuses or a lot of students in SC. Thanks!

4 months ago

Absolutely! I'm happy to help you learn more about some of the biggest colleges in South Carolina in terms of enrollment and campus size.

1. University of South Carolina (USC) — Located in the state capital of Columbia, USC is the largest public university in South Carolina with an enrollment of over 35,000 students. The main campus, spread over 400+ acres, includes diverse academic offerings and well-known programs like International Business and Engineering.

2. Clemson University — Known for its strong engineering, business, and agricultural programs, Clemson University is another major public university in South Carolina. It's located in Clemson and has an enrollment of around 28,000 students. The campus size is over 1,400 acres, much of which consists of research facilities, forests, and agricultural lands.

3. Coastal Carolina University (CCU) — Situated approximately 10 miles west of Myrtle Beach in Conway, CCU has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students. The campus spans 621 acres and includes a variety of programs such as Marine Biology, Business, and Resort Tourism.

4. College of Charleston — Founded in 1770, the College of Charleston is located in historic downtown Charleston. Though not as large as the previous universities mentioned, it has an enrollment of around 11,000 students. The urban, 52-acre campus boasts strong programs in History, Arts, and Sciences.

These are just a few of the biggest colleges in South Carolina. There are other universities and colleges that may have slightly smaller enrollments but still offer a variety of programs to suit your interests. As you begin your college search, make sure to take into account factors like campus culture, location, and available majors in addition to size. Best of luck with your college search!

4 months ago

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