Cheapest Education Colleges in South Carolina

Winthrop University offers the state's most affordable Education, General program at just $16,353 net cost, while Furman University charges nearly double at $29,997. This $13,644 gap reflects the choice between public and private options in a state where BMW and Volvo's manufacturing presence creates demand for technical education specialists. The nine programs show acceptance rates ranging from 53% to 98%, with graduation rates varying significantly from Coker's 34.6% to Furman's 81.5%.

Programs

$16,353 – $29,997

Net Price Range

58.4%

Avg. Graduation Rate

9 Education, General Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Winthrop University Rock Hill, South Carolina	$16,353	$15,956	61.2%	69.8%
2	Bob Jones University Greenville, South Carolina	$17,529	$23,400	69.6%
3	Coker University Hartsville, South Carolina	$18,045	$31,854	34.6%	94.1%
4	North Greenville University Tigerville, South Carolina	$20,612	$24,650	54.9%	76.1%
5	Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, South Carolina	$21,002	$12,570	72.8%	98.6%
6	Claflin University Orangeburg, South Carolina	$21,232	$17,046	49.1%	78.0%
7	Erskine College Due West, South Carolina	$22,018	$36,710	48.6%	53.3%
8	Columbia College Columbia, South Carolina	$23,650	$21,450	53.5%	98.1%
9	Furman University Greenville, South Carolina	$29,997	$58,312	81.5%	67.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Winthrop University the most affordable option for education majors?

Winthrop combines a low $16,353 net cost with solid outcomes, including a 61.2% graduation rate and 69.76% acceptance rate. The Rock Hill campus serves students who benefit from both affordable tuition and proximity to Charlotte's job market.

How do graduation rates compare among the cheapest programs?

The most affordable schools show mixed graduation outcomes, with Bob Jones achieving 69.6% despite its $17,529 cost, while Coker struggles at 34.6% even with high accessibility at 94% acceptance. The Citadel leads with 72.8% graduation rates among budget-friendly options.

Does the LIFE Scholarship significantly reduce costs for South Carolina residents?

The LIFE Scholarship provides up to $5,000 for qualifying in-state students, making public options like Winthrop even more attractive. This state aid particularly benefits education majors who often work in South Carolina schools after graduation.

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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.