Coker University

Hartsville, South Carolina · Private nonprofit, 4-year

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%

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.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's69$40,786$31,646
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Bachelor's51$22,468$26,475
Biology, General.Bachelor's45
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Master's43
Business/Commerce, General.Bachelor's38$38,919$27,000
Psychology, General.Bachelor's36$27,604$31,933
Criminology.Bachelor's32$23,770$30,000
Curriculum and Instruction.Master's30
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Master's28$37,465
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Bachelor's23
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General.Bachelor's14$29,116
Sociology.Bachelor's14$22,499
Communication and Media Studies.Bachelor's11
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft.Bachelor's9
Fine and Studio Arts.Bachelor's9
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology.Bachelor's8
Design and Applied Arts.Bachelor's8
Computer Science.Bachelor's7
Political Science and Government.Bachelor's7
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.Bachelor's5
Criminology.Master's5
Dance.Bachelor's5
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Master's4$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.