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Cheapest Arts Colleges in South Carolina

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

South Carolina's cheapest Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management program costs just $13,451 annually at Francis Marion University, while the most expensive reaches $28,183. This $14,732 gap reflects the state's mix of public universities and private colleges serving students entering fields connected to South Carolina's growing tourism industry and entertainment venues. Public options dominate the affordable end, with three of the four lowest-cost programs offered by state institutions that benefit from in-state tuition rates.
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Programs
$13,451 – $28,183
Net Price Range
$27,822
Avg. Program Earnings
49.9%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Arts, Entertainment,and Media Management Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $13,451 $11,160 42.7% 82.9%
2 $18,268 $11,060 29.4% 83.9%
3 $19,518 $12,978 65.0% 75.7%
4 $19,712 $23,096 47.1% 55.6%
5 $20,351 $30,050 44.4% 75.3%
6 $28,183 $33,580 71.0% 45.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Francis Marion University the most affordable option for this major?

Francis Marion University offers the lowest net price at $13,451 annually, with in-state tuition of just $11,160. The university maintains an 82.91% acceptance rate while graduating 42.70% of students within six years.

How do graduation rates vary among the cheapest programs?

Graduation rates span from 29.40% at South Carolina State University to 71% at Anderson University. College of Charleston achieves a 65% graduation rate at a moderate $19,518 net price, offering strong value for program completion.

Does the LIFE Scholarship impact program affordability for state residents?

The LIFE Scholarship provides up to $5,000 annually for qualifying South Carolina residents. This award significantly reduces costs at public institutions like Francis Marion and South Carolina State, where in-state tuition already starts around $11,000.

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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.