College of Charleston

College of Charleston is a large public master's university (medium program) located in Charleston, South Carolina, with an undergraduate enrollment of 10,558. The institution offers master's-level programs across multiple professional and academic fields alongside its undergraduate curriculum, serving students seeking advanced credentials in applied disciplines. As a public institution primarily funded through state appropriations and federal grants, it operates within the broader South Carolina postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 60% acceptance rate, admission is broadly accessible. With a 60% acceptance rate, the institution is broadly accessible while maintaining academic standards. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $16,797 per year. The 4-year graduation rate is 65%, 20 percentage points above the national average of 45%. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $56,416. Median debt at graduation for federal aid recipients is $23,250. The student-to-faculty ratio is 16:1. FIRE rates the campus free speech climate at 56/100 — a mixed record on speech protections.