Cheapest Health/Medical Preparatory Programs Colleges in South Carolina

Bob Jones University offers the most affordable health preparation pathway in South Carolina at just $17,529 net cost, nearly $11,000 less than Anderson University's $28,183 price tag. With BMW and Volvo expanding their South Carolina operations, these manufacturers increasingly need occupational health specialists and medical technicians to support their growing workforce. Clemson University stands out as the only public option among seven schools, achieving an impressive 87.90% graduation rate while maintaining costs around $22,112 for the full student body.

Programs

$17,529 – $28,183

Net Price Range

61.0%

Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Health/Medical Preparatory Programs Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Bob Jones University Greenville, South Carolina	$17,529	$23,400	69.6%
2	Southern Wesleyan University Central, South Carolina	$19,968	$27,870	52.0%	51.2%
3	Newberry College Newberry, South Carolina	$20,351	$30,050	44.4%	75.3%
4	Charleston Southern University Charleston, South Carolina	$21,955	$31,030	48.6%	86.8%
5	Clemson University Clemson, South Carolina	$22,112	$15,554	87.9%	43.0%
6	Columbia College Columbia, South Carolina	$23,650	$21,450	53.5%	98.1%
7	Anderson University Anderson, South Carolina	$28,183	$33,580	71.0%	45.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $10,654 cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

Bob Jones University's $17,529 net cost reflects its particular financial aid structure and operational model, while Anderson University's $28,183 represents the higher end of private education pricing. Most schools cluster between $20,000-$24,000, making the extreme ends true outliers in South Carolina's health preparation market.

How does Clemson University compare as the sole public option?

Clemson delivers the highest graduation rate at 87.90% among all seven schools while maintaining a competitive $22,112 net cost. The university's 42.98% acceptance rate makes it the most selective program, contrasting sharply with Columbia College's 98.12% acceptance rate.

Is there a correlation between school cost and graduation success rates?

The data reveals no clear pattern linking higher costs to better outcomes. Bob Jones University combines the lowest cost ($17,529) with a solid 69.60% graduation rate, while some pricier options like Newberry College achieve only 44.40% graduation rates at $20,351.

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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.