At a glance
Average net price
$20,286
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
39.5%
Admission rate
94%
Undergrad size
840
In-state tuition
$33,416
Out-of-state tuition
$33,416
Cost of attendance
$45,805
Median earnings (10y)
$40,117
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- 20
- Retention
- 69.4%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
13 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (30%), business (28%), humanities & arts (15%).
- STEM8%
- Health4%
- Business28%
- Humanities & arts15%
- Social sciences30%
- Trades & services15%
- Business28.1%~236 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Social sciences15.8%~133 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Parks & recreation14.6%~123 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology10.5%~88 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~64 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~39 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education4.1%~34 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science3.5%~29 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~29 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~25 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication2.3%~20 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English1.2%~10 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts1.2%~10 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare 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
23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 69 | $40,786 | $31,646 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 51 | $22,468 | $26,475 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 45 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 43 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 38 | $38,919 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 36 | $27,604 | $31,933 |
| Criminology. | Bachelor's | 32 | $23,770 | $30,000 |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 30 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master's | 28 | $37,465 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | $29,116 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 14 | $22,499 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Criminology. | Master's | 5 | — | — |
| Dance. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 4 | $37,131 | — |
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 Coker University
Coker University is a small institution located in Hartsville, South Carolina, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 840 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Social sciences, Parks & recreation.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Coker University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $20,286 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $33,416 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $45,805 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 39.5%, a average completion outcome. 69.4% 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 $40,117 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Coker University confers degrees and certificates across 13 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Social sciences, Parks & recreation. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (30% of credentials), business (28% of credentials), humanities & arts (15% 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
Coker University accepts 94% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 20.
Location & campus
Set in Hartsville, South Carolina (town), Coker University 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 Coker University
Q.How much does Coker University cost?
The average net price at Coker University is $20,286 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $45,805.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Coker University?
Coker University has a 6-year graduation rate of 39.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Coker University?
Coker University admits 94% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Coker University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Coker University graduate earns $40,117 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Coker University?
Published tuition is $33,416 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Coker University located?
Coker University is located in Hartsville, South Carolina (ZIP 29550).
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 Coker University at their official website.