At a glance
Average net price
$18,250
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
24.3%
Admission rate
96%
Undergrad size
1,536
In-state tuition
$17,440
Out-of-state tuition
$17,440
Cost of attendance
$32,000
Median earnings (10y)
$31,902
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 57.3%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
17 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (24%), trades & services (22%), business (18%).
- STEM24%
- Health6%
- Business18%
- Humanities & arts16%
- Social sciences14%
- Trades & services22%
- Business17.9%~275 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Biological sciences12.4%~191 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~179 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Parks & recreation10.5%~161 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology8.6%~131 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication6.6%~102 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~90 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~90 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Engineering4.7%~72 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science3.9%~60 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~54 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering tech2.7%~42 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts2.3%~36 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education1.6%~24 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English1.2%~18 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~6 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~6 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
25 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 83 | $19,466 | $35,031 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 70 | $21,816 | $34,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 64 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 46 | $26,802 | $40,750 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 42 | $28,235 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 39 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | — |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | $39,254 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | $39,200 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 17 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master's | 13 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 4 | $22,739 | $32,000 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies. | Bachelor's | 1 | — | $40,000 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | — | — | $38,250 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Benedict College
Benedict College is a mid-sized institution located in Columbia, South Carolina, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,536 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Biological sciences, Homeland security & law enforcement.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Benedict College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $18,250 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $17,440 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $32,000 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 24.3%, a below-average completion outcome. 57.3% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $31,902 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Benedict College confers degrees and certificates across 17 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Biological sciences, Homeland security & law enforcement. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (24% of credentials), trades & services (22% of credentials), business (18% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Benedict College accepts 96% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission.
Location & campus
Set in Columbia, South Carolina (city), Benedict College draws students from across South Carolina and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Benedict College
Q.How much does Benedict College cost?
The average net price at Benedict College is $18,250 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $32,000.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Benedict College?
Benedict College has a 6-year graduation rate of 24.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Benedict College?
Benedict College admits 96% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Benedict College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Benedict College graduate earns $31,902 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Benedict College?
Published tuition is $17,440 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Benedict College located?
Benedict College is located in Columbia, South Carolina (ZIP 29204).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Benedict College at their official website.