About Presbyterian College (PC)
Type
Private
Not-For-Profit
4 Years
Student Population
1,330
Website
https://www.presby.eduAccreditation
SACSCOC
Religious Affiliation
Presbyterian Church (USA)
On Campus Housing
Yes
A private, Presbyterian Church (USA) university, Presbyterian College is situated in Clinton, SC. It was in 1880 when the Presbyterian College was founded. Presbyterian College believes in imparting education and contributing to society by focusing on innovation, research, education, and commitment. The motto of the university is Dum Vivimus Servimus and its official colors are garnet & blue. The total enrolment stands at 1,172 undergraduates, 231 graduates (Fall, 2012) students at Presbyterian College. Around 1,102 and 251 students take admission in various undergraduate and postgraduate courses of the university. To teach various courses to the students, the school has employed a total of 84 full-time faculty. Around 52% of the students are females and 48% are males. Notably, Presbyterian College is also home to an ethnically diverse student population. At PC around 68% are white, 16% are Black or African American, and 6% belong to Hispanic ethnicity. Moreover, around 99% of the students are 24 and under. The college has produced several notable alumni including John Rinehart Blue (Merchant, Teacher), Toyohiko Kagawa (Pacifist, Pastor), Larry Weldon (American football player), and Glen Browder (Professor) in its 140 years of existence. Sports is an intergral part of any campus, and in this case, the university’s teams are affiliated to NCAA Division I – Big South. PC offers a total of 60 undergraduate and graduate programs, including both residential and online. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by CAEP (Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation), NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education), and SACS (Southern Assn. of Colleges and Schools). $91 million (2019) is the total value of endowment of the Presbyterian College.
Rankings
It becomes easier for the aspirants to apply to a college and have their doubts regarding the same cleared if the college has a ranking. Presbyterian College has been ranked at the 310th position among other universities by Forbes. It is to be noted that Forbes decides on the rankings of the college based on common metrics like acceptance rate, endowment, benefits, and SAT scores, among others.
Admissions
Application Deadline
30th Jun
Acceptance Rate
69%
SAT Range
1010 - 1210
ACT Range
19 - 25
Application Fee
FALSE$
SAT/ACT
Recommended
High School GPA
Required
Accept Common App
Yes
Admission to the university is fairly easy and the students are recommeded to make the most out of it. Presbyterian College has 2 admission thresholds. A non-refundable fee, along with the application form, is required to be deposited by the students, in order to complete the process. The SAT score in the range of 1000-1230 would boost a student's chances of securing admission. The average ACT score at Presbyterian College is 22. However, those getting an ACT score less than 19 might also be offered admission. The application process can be completed online. However, if needed, one can also visit the office at 503 South Broad Street, Clinton, South Carolina 29325, or call (864) 833-2820.
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$19,628
Average Annual Cost
$35,800
Books And Supplies
$1,200
Other Fees
$2,860
Room And Board
$10,480
Budget For Other Expenses
$2,570
Total One Year Cost
$52,910
Before applying to PC, candidates must keep in mind the tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure. The total one-year cost on a full-time basis would be somewhere around $53,595. This cost consists of the average annual tuition cost ($39,460), books and supplies ($1,200), room and boarding ($10,680), and budget for other expenses ($2,820). If it sounds unaffordable to the applicant, there are numerous financial aid options available that they can explore.
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
Doctor's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
11:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
76%
Part-Time Retention Rate
N/A
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
N/A
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Majors
Business Administration, Management...
47 Graduates
Psychology, General
29 Graduates
English Language and Literature, Ge...
26 Graduates
History
22 Graduates
Biology, General
21 Graduates
Political Science and Government
20 Graduates
Accounting and Related Services
13 Graduates
Physics
11 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
11 Graduates
Romance Languages, Literatures, and...
7 Graduates
Business/Managerial Economics
5 Graduates
Chemistry
4 Graduates
Applied Mathematics
3 Graduates
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecu...
3 Graduates
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
2 Graduates
Fine and Studio Arts
2 Graduates
International/Global Studies
2 Graduates
Music
2 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
2 Graduates
Philosophy and Religious Studies, G...
1 Graduates
Religious Education
1 Graduates
Sociology
1 Graduates
Student Body
Undergraduate Students
1,080
Socio-Economic Diversity
26%
Part-time
8%
Students Gender
LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS
ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER
Race/Ethnicity
Geographic Density
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
Foreign
Economic Diversity
36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Median Household Income
$62,667 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and 97% of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
97%
Undergrads in College Housing
97%
Averege Housing Cost
$5,100/year
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $5,380/year.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
$5,380/year
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Blue Hose
School Colors
royal blue and garnet
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Pioneer Football League
Total Male Athletes
214
Total Female Athletes
119
Intramural Sports
7
Sports Club
1
Sports Team (Men)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Soccer
Tennis
Wrestling
Sports Team (Women)
Basketball
Cheerleading-Dance Team
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Volleyball
Wrestling
Kayaking
Acrobatics
Tumbling
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
Yes
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
Yes
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
Yes
Students who want to enjoy the campus and lodging life can benefit from the on-campus housing facility provided by PC. At PC, $10,680 is the normal expense for on-campus housing, which a student will be needed to pay, each year. Presbyterian College has several dining and meal plan options for its students and the average meal plan at PC costs around $5,380 per year. The college has taken a lot of measures to ensure the safety and security of its students. Some of these measures include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. There are around 48% male and 52% female students enrolled at the university.
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$35,000/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$44,500/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$215 - 280
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$32,077
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$5,101
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$7,167
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$25,416
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$36,343
$30K - $48K
$36,470
$48K - $75K
$34,414
$75K - $110K
$29,945
> $110K
$25,049
Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$1,832,134
Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$6,113,777
The financial aid department of Presbyterian College helps students by assisting them with scholarships, grants, and student loans in the event that they find the fees and the cost of living at the campus to be expensive. The average federal grant that comes from the college is around $5,242, whereas the financial aid is $25,839. The college provides financial assistance in the form of state-level aid worth $7,275 and institutional aid worth $25,839. The total need-based scholarships/grants offered at PC based on students' financial needs add up to $1,832,134 per year. Meanwhile, the total non-need-based scholarships/grants in a year come to around $6,113,777.
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