Is College of Charleston worth it?
College of Charleston is a public, four-year institution in Charleston, South Carolina (midsize city). It awarded 2,337 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in business administration and management, speech communication and rhetoric and psychology.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$36,253
Median earnings 4 years after
$58,354
Median earnings 10 years after
$56,416
Average net price
$18,960
Completion rate
66%
Completions (2024)
2,337
Years to pay back
1.3 years
Students (undergrad)
10,558
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $41,299 | $71,360 | 235 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $36,903 | $58,371 | 137 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $30,538 | $55,342 | 135 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $41,402 | $46,036 | 130 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $29,339 | $47,926 | 126 |
| Public Health | Bachelor's | $31,848 | $55,660 | 115 |
| Political Science and Government | Bachelor's | $35,398 | $58,955 | 96 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $40,723 | $68,348 | 81 |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management | Bachelor's | $23,713 | $52,674 | 80 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $54,634 | $84,187 | 73 |
| English Language and Literature, General | Bachelor's | $29,544 | $51,705 | 69 |
| Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences | Bachelor's | $27,467 | $58,317 | 66 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | Bachelor's | $39,688 | $64,154 | 66 |
| History | Bachelor's | $28,449 | $47,424 | 57 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | Bachelor's | $24,070 | $38,378 | 56 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 204 |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | Bachelor's | 187 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 185 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 165 |
| Public Health Education and Promotion | Bachelor's | 101 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | Bachelor's | 86 |
| Political Science and Government, General | Bachelor's | 81 |
| Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology | Bachelor's | 74 |
| Finance, General | Bachelor's | 61 |
| History, General | Bachelor's | 58 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 17% | 5,303 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 14% | 4,408 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 14% | 4,368 |
| Retail Trade | 9% | 2,814 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 9% | 2,635 |
| Finance and Insurance | 6% | 1,721 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 1,602 |
| Public Administration | 3% | 1,025 |
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Sources: federal figures for College of Charleston. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for South Carolina. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page