Hey guys, I'm really interested in applying to Coastal Carolina University. Does anyone have any insight on what their admission process is like? What kind of stats are they looking for in an applicant? Also, what majors or programs are they well known for?
Coastal Carolina University, affectionately known as CCU, takes a holistic approach to reviewing applicants. They thoroughly evaluate your high school coursework, grades, SAT or ACT scores, as well as any extracurricular activities and individual achievements. The middle 50% SAT range for admitted students is typically between 1020 - 1170 and for ACT, it's 20 - 24. The middle 50% GPA range for admitted students tends to be between 3.0 - 3.7.
In terms of coursework, CCU recommends that prospective students complete at least 20 units of high school coursework, including core classes like English, Math, Lab Science, Social Science, and Foreign Language. Performance in these courses is crucial as they highly value academic achievement during the admission process.
Calling attention to any achievements, volunteer work, or leadership positions you held can bolster your application as well. This helps present a well-rounded picture of you beyond just scores and grades, aligning with their holistic review process.
The deadline for the fall term is February 1st and applicants will be notified of their decision by March 1st. If you're considering applying early decision, the deadline is October 15th.
CCU is known for a variety of majors and programs, but some that stand out include the program in Marine Science which is well respected, as it benefits from the university's proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. In addition, CCU's Wall College of Business is deemed to be quite strong, offering majors such as Marketing, Accounting, and Hospitality, Resort, and Tourism Management, among others. They also have a notable program in Musical Theatre.
Hope you find this information helpful and best of luck with your application process to Coastal Carolina University!
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