At a glance
Average net price
$19,588
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
35.3%
Admission rate
97%
Undergrad size
1,482
In-state tuition
$27,800
Out-of-state tuition
$27,800
Cost of attendance
$40,671
Median earnings (10y)
$44,999
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 64.1%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
14 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by business (36%), social sciences (21%), stem (13%).
- STEM13%
- Health10%
- Business36%
- Humanities & arts13%
- Social sciences21%
- Trades & services7%
- Business35.9%~532 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~218 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science11.6%~171 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Health professions10.3%~153 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Liberal arts9.6%~142 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology4.4%~66 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~62 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~36 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education1.7%~25 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~25 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~18 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.0%~15 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication0.7%~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English0.5%~7 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
26 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 | 209 | $41,094 | $34,437 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 118 | $27,421 | $41,098 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 100 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Master's | 74 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 60 | — | $43,465 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 51 | $30,027 | $35,000 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 51 | $39,175 | $27,000 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor's | 41 | $55,004 | $35,500 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 39 | $25,986 | $33,430 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor's | 35 | — | $43,750 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | $27,000 |
| Computer Programming. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | $31,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate's | 21 | — | $32,714 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 18 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate's | 10 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Medical Illustration and Informatics. | Master's | 6 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
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 Limestone University
Limestone University is a mid-sized institution located in Gaffney, South Carolina, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,482 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Public administration, Computer science.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Limestone University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $19,588 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $27,800 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $40,671 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 35.3%, a average completion outcome. 64.1% 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 $44,999 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Limestone University confers degrees and certificates across 14 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Public administration, Computer science. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (36% of credentials), social sciences (21% of credentials), stem (13% 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
Limestone University accepts 97% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission.
Location & campus
Set in Gaffney, South Carolina (town), Limestone 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 Limestone University
Q.How much does Limestone University cost?
The average net price at Limestone University is $19,588 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $40,671.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Limestone University?
Limestone University has a 6-year graduation rate of 35.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Limestone University?
Limestone University admits 97% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Limestone University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Limestone University graduate earns $44,999 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Limestone University?
Published tuition is $27,800 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Limestone University located?
Limestone University is located in Gaffney, South Carolina (ZIP 29340).
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 Limestone University at their official website.