Cheapest Information Science/Studies Colleges in South Carolina

The cost gap between public and private Information Science programs in South Carolina stretches from $13,725 at USC-Upstate to $29,997 at Furman University. Public institutions dominate the affordable end, with five schools under $25,000 in net costs. Strayer University graduates earn the highest median salary at $65,355, reflecting strong demand for information professionals in South Carolina's expanding automotive and aerospace industries. The state's LIFE Scholarship adds up to $5,000 for qualifying residents, making programs like College of Charleston even more accessible at an effective cost under $8,000 for many students.

Programs

$13,725 – $29,997

Net Price Range

$56,848

Avg. Program Earnings

58.2%

Avg. Graduation Rate

11 Information Science/Studies Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of South Carolina-Upstate Spartanburg, South Carolina	$13,725	$11,583	42.4%	78.6%
2	Coastal Carolina University Conway, South Carolina	$13,742	$11,640	50.8%	78.6%
3	Benedict College Columbia, South Carolina	$17,781	$18,000	21.1%	67.8%
4	College of Charleston Charleston, South Carolina	$19,518	$12,978	65.0%	75.7%
5	Claflin University Orangeburg, South Carolina	$21,232	$17,046	49.1%	78.0%
6	Charleston Southern University Charleston, South Carolina	$21,955	$31,030	48.6%	86.8%
7	Clemson University Clemson, South Carolina	$22,112	$15,554	87.9%	43.0%
8	Strayer University-South Carolina Greenville, South Carolina	$22,134	$13,920
9	South University-Columbia Columbia, South Carolina	$22,886	$18,238
10	University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, South Carolina	$24,532	$12,688	77.7%	64.1%
11	Furman University Greenville, South Carolina	$29,997	$58,312	81.5%	67.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the wide salary range for Information Science graduates in South Carolina?

Graduate earnings span from $44,418 to $65,355 depending on the institution and program focus. Strayer University leads with $65,355 median earnings, while South University-Columbia graduates start at $44,418. The variation often reflects whether programs emphasize technical skills for automotive and aerospace employers or broader information management roles.

How do graduation rates compare among the most affordable programs?

Clemson University achieves an 87.90% graduation rate despite charging $22,112 in net costs. At the opposite end, Benedict College graduates just 21.10% of students while charging $17,781. USC-Upstate, the most affordable option at $13,725, maintains a 42.40% graduation rate.

Is student debt manageable at these Information Science programs?

Debt levels range from $20,336 at Coastal Carolina to $45,268 at South University-Columbia. Public institutions generally produce lower debt loads, with College of Charleston graduates carrying $22,646 in median debt. The two for-profit institutions show the highest debt burdens despite strong earnings potential.

Where can students find the best value considering both cost and outcomes?

Coastal Carolina University offers strong value at $13,742 net cost with graduates earning $60,771 and maintaining a 50.80% graduation rate. College of Charleston provides another strong option at $19,518 with a 65% graduation rate. Both schools benefit from proximity to Charleston's growing tech sector.

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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.