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University of South Carolina Beaufort

Bluffton, SC uscb.edu 1,958 students

The University of South Carolina Beaufort is situated in the heart of the South Carolina Lowcountry. Its location provides access to the scenic Sea Islands and the historic city of Beaufort. The university benefits from its proximity to military establishments like Parris Island and Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, offering unique opportunities for students. The area's rich history and preserved antebellum architecture contribute to a distinctive sense of place.

Programs
10
Analyzed in dataset
Earnings
$38,254
Average graduate, 1 yr after
Tuition
$10,730
In-state sticker price
Out-of-state: $21,776/yr

Financial Aid

The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. University of South Carolina Beaufort's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 40% of students receive Pell Grants; 50% take federal loans.

Net Price by Family Income

Academic Year 2025
Income Bracket Avg Net Price 4-Year Net Cost
$0 – $30K $11,858 $47,432
$30K – $48K $12,806 $51,224
$48K – $75K $15,774 $63,096
$75K – $110K $18,369 $73,476
$110K+ $19,971 $79,884
Sticker price (no aid) $10,730 $42,920
Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships, by reported family-income bracket. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.

Programs at University of South Carolina Beaufort

10 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.

Degree Program DW Score 1-yr Earnings AI Risk ROI
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83
$64,671/yr High 17.8x
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65
$42,816/yr High 12.9x
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60
$44,659/yr High 10.1x
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48
$43,834/yr High 9.2x
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48
$34,503/yr High 10.4x
Public Health Compare across schools →
39
$33,628/yr High 6.8x
Social Sciences Compare across schools →
39
$32,682/yr High 8.1x
Biology Compare across schools →
36
$32,212/yr High 9.7x
Psychology Compare across schools →
29
$25,523/yr High 8.3x
Communication and Media Studies Compare across schools →
28
$28,017/yr High 5.5x