University of South Carolina-Sumter

University of South Carolina-Sumter is a small independent two-year college located in Sumter, South Carolina, with an undergraduate enrollment of 716. The institution primarily awards associate degrees and career certificates, providing affordable workforce training and structured transfer pathways to four-year universities for students in the surrounding region. As a self-governed institution, it operates within the broader South Carolina postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 74% acceptance rate, admission is broadly accessible. With a 74% acceptance rate, the institution is broadly accessible while maintaining academic standards. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $8,586 per year. Among completers who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $42,437. The student-to-faculty ratio is 18:1. Prospective students are encouraged to review net price calculators and complete the FAFSA early, as institutional aid availability varies significantly by family income level. The institution's curriculum is designed to align with regional workforce needs and provides students with access to internship pipelines, cooperative education opportunities, and career counseling services.