Cheapest Anthropology Colleges in South Carolina

Allen University delivers South Carolina's most affordable anthropology education at just $11,081 net cost, though its 13.20% graduation rate signals significant academic challenges. The state's six programs span from $11,081 to $29,997, with earnings ranging from $15,817 to $24,532 after graduation. South Carolina's growing automotive and aerospace industries increasingly value anthropologists for user research and workplace culture analysis, particularly as BMW and Volvo expand their operations.

Programs

$11,081 – $29,997

Net Price Range

$20,175

Avg. Program Earnings

62.7%

Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Anthropology Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Allen University Columbia, South Carolina	$11,081	$14,304	13.2%	43.4%
2	Coastal Carolina University Conway, South Carolina	$13,742	$11,640	50.8%	78.6%
3	College of Charleston Charleston, South Carolina	$19,518	$12,978	65.0%	75.7%
4	Clemson University Clemson, South Carolina	$22,112	$15,554	87.9%	43.0%
5	University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, South Carolina	$24,532	$12,688	77.7%	64.1%
6	Furman University Greenville, South Carolina	$29,997	$58,312	81.5%	67.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the massive cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

Allen University costs $11,081 while Furman University reaches $29,997, creating an $18,916 gap. This reflects the private nonprofit premium, where Furman's $58,312 sticker price far exceeds public options like College of Charleston at $12,978 in-state tuition.

How do graduation rates correlate with program costs in South Carolina?

The cheapest option, Allen University, has just a 13.20% graduation rate compared to Clemson's 87.90% at $22,112 net cost. Coastal Carolina offers better value with 50.80% graduation rates at only $13,742.

Where do anthropology graduates typically find employment in South Carolina?

Graduates earning $15,817 to $24,532 often work in cultural resource management for construction projects, user experience research for tech companies, or tourism development. The state's LIFE Scholarship provides up to $5,000 for qualifying residents.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.