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How to Get Into University of South Carolina-Upstate

Spartanburg, SC · Public · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

University of South Carolina-Upstate Admissions Statistics

67%
Acceptance Rate
510-605
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
495-570
SAT Math (mid 50%)
21-26
ACT (mid 50%)
4,038
Undergrads
43%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into University of South Carolina-Upstate

The bar here is clear

University of South Carolina-Upstate admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 1005-1175 combined SAT or 21-26 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Test policy here is "Test-flexible", check the fine print for your specific program.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where University of South Carolina-Upstate fits.

University of South Carolina-Upstate Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Regular Decision (RD) Rolling

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $45
Test scores Test-flexible
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required

University of South Carolina-Upstate Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $25,124
Tuition & fees (in-state / out-of-state) $11,588 / $23,090
Room & board (on campus) $10,533
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $13,557

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $11,618
$30-48k $11,537
$48-75k $13,394
$75-110k $17,356
$110k+ $19,325
46%
Students receiving Pell Grants
49%
Students taking federal loans
70%
Freshman retention rate
15:1
Student-faculty ratio

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