gradeB
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?Data Sources
Academics
gradeB
Value
gradeB minus
Diversity
gradeA minus
Campus
gradeA minus
Athletics
gradeA
Party Scene
gradeA
Professors
gradeB+
Location
gradeB+
Dorms
gradeB+
Campus Food
gradeA minus
Student Life
gradeA
Safety
gradeB minus
About
About Coastal Carolina...
- Common App Accepted
- Public College
- SAT/ACT Optional
- Some Online Degrees
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FBS
Athletic Conference
Sun Belt Conference
- South Carolina
- Conway
From Coastal Carolina University
Coastal Carolina University is a dynamic public institution located in Conway, just minutes from the resort area of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. CCU is an exciting, ever-changing place in which students can learn, grow, socialize and become part of something bigger. TEAL Nation is the collective notion of excellence, integrity, and traditions that reflect who we are as individuals and a community.
CCU offers baccalaureate degrees through more than 100 majors. Among CCU's graduate-level programs are 27 master's degrees, two educational specialist degrees, and two doctoral programs. CCU also boasts a growing array of internship, research, and international opportunities for students, as well as numerous online programs through Coastal Online.
Coastal Carolina University Rankings
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Admissions
Application Deadline
Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
February 1
Acceptance Rate
79%
SAT Range
1020-1190
ACT Range
20-25
Application Fee
$45
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes
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Will You Get Into CCU?
Test Scores and High School GPA for Coastal Carolina University
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Cost
Net Price
$14,016/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$10,610/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
100%
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Academics
Professors
gradeB+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
17:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
78%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.138 responses
63%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.169 responses
66%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.169 responses
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
Business
191 Graduates
Marketing
154 Graduates
Communications
134 Graduates
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
130 Graduates
Psychology
127 Graduates
Marine Biology and Oceanography
117 Graduates
Public Health Education
74 Graduates
Liberal Arts and Humanities
70 Graduates
Sport and Fitness Management
68 Graduates
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Launching the CCU Space Program
CCU's Space Program will feature the ChantSat-1 Cube Sate and will emphasize a student-centered education that offers unique opportunities to develop skills in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics through practical experiences in planning and executing a space program.
Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
Total number of complete undergraduate programs offered online or through distance learning.
2
Offers Online Courses
College offers distance education courses.
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
Total number of certificate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
1
Online Associates Programs
Total number of associate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
Online Bachelor's Programs
Total number of bachelor's degree programs offered online or through distance education.
1
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How Students Learn
Based on class setting of student enrollment.
Mix of Online and on Campus
41%
On Campus
59%
Online
0%
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
9,533Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
773
Undergrads Over 25
3%
Pell Grant
30%
Varsity Athletes
5%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on
136 responses
Chill
34%
50/50 laid-back and ambitious
16%
Laid-back
15%
Good
12%
Ambitious
5%
Outgoing
5%
Lazy
4%
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Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available —
Poll
57%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.194 responses
Poll
55%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.240 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on
136 responses
Amazing
26%
Really good
18%
On the come up!
17%
Overrated
12%
Underrated
10%
Expensive, fun
7%
Home away from home
5%
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After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$38,500/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
48%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
94%
National
83%
79%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.98 responses
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Coastal Carolina University Reviews
Rating 3.75 out of 5 2,146 reviews
Rating 5 out of 5
Going to school, living near the beach and having awesome sports teams...what more could you ask for?! My experience at CCU has been some of the best years of my life. So many friends, so much to do, all in a great environment. The campus is beautiful, the housing reasonable and diverse. There are some challenges with navigating academics, but I think that was due to rapid growth and CCU is starting to just now catch up to its record enrollment. A college experience is really what you make of it. CINO days offer the opportunity to check out all the clubs, sports and Greek life and there really is something for everyone. The town of Conway bleeds teal and are so friendly and welcoming to the student body. We've got Chick fil a and Starbucks right on campus and so many great restaurants and activities nearby...golf, bowling, mini-golf, zip lining, a water park and beaches. Don't write it off without a visit.
- Senior
- 3 months ago
Rating 5 out of 5
There is such a charm just walking around this campus. It is not too big, and it is not too small. There are an abundance of activities going on every day from Fall to Spring, and I have not even talked about our athletics, which is the best in the Sun Belt Conference. The education, the culture, the overall vibe and service provided is something that is must-see, only available at Coastal Carolina University. Chants Up!
- Junior
- 2 months ago
Rating 5 out of 5
My time at Coastal Carolina University has been indescribable. My first year of college was made by the courses I was fortunate to attend. I like the environment that my professors created for the students in the classrooms. I always felt comfortable asking for help when I needed it. As for student life, the school always had some event going on to get students involved. I have never in my 13 years of going to school have been as excited as I am now to go back to school.
- Sophom*ore
- 18 days ago
