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University of South Carolina-Union

In-State Tuition & Fees

$7,558

Cost of attendance at University of South Carolina-Union in 2022 for students from South Carolina.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

South Carolina's average $11,805
National average $4,604

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$18,238

Cost of attendance at University of South Carolina-Union in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 2 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

South Carolina's average $26,143
National average $8,757

Average Net Price

The net price represents the amount of money students pay after receiving financial aid. In 2022, the average net price for first-year, full-time students at University of South Carolina-Union was $11,388. This amount varies among students due to the different levels of financial aid offered based on their family's financial status.

Financial aid includes federal, state, or local government grants and institutional grants and scholarships

Visit the financial aid page for more in-depth stats and analysis of financial aids offered at University of South Carolina-Union

University of South Carolina-Union net price calculator

$11,388

Below is the average net price of 2 year, public colleges in South Carolina and nationwide.

South Carolina's average $16,874
National average $8,115
Below is the net price of University of South Carolina-Union for the past 10 years categorized by different levels of family income brackets.
Year Average Price Change Less than $30k $30k to $48k $48k to $75k $75k to $110k over $110k
2022 $11,388 $159 (1%) $8,907 $10,149 $12,686 $15,544 $14,477
2021 $11,547 $118 (1%) $9,291 $10,454 $13,813 $14,891 $15,903
2020 $11,665 $569 (5%) $10,102 $11,700 $13,825 $14,162 $16,484
2019 $11,096 $88 $9,509 $10,991 $13,151 $14,569 $14,819
2018 $11,008 $715 (6%) $9,230 $10,639 $15,213 $14,518 $14,189
2017 $11,723 $1,103 (10%) $9,400 $11,080 $15,220 $15,381 $15,669
2016 $10,620 $257 (2%) $9,822 $10,373 $12,567 $12,713 $13,676
2015 $10,363 $330 (3%) $9,926 $9,256 $11,345 $13,378 $16,146
2014 $10,033 -- $9,803 $8,510 $10,172 $12,034 $13,408

Cost of Attendance Breakdown and Change History

The table below presents the breakdown of University of South Carolina-Union's in-state sticker price (cost of attendance) into different categories, along with their trends over the past ten years:
Year Sticker Price (COA) Cost Change Tuition & Fees Room & Board Books & Supplies
2022 $22,913 No change $7,558 $13,755 $1,600
2021 $22,913 No change $7,558 $13,755 $1,600
2020 $22,913 No change $7,558 $13,755 $1,600
2019 $22,913 $610 (3%) $7,558 $13,755 $1,600
2018 $22,303 $246 (1%) $6,948 $13,755 $1,600
2017 $22,057 $176 $6,702 $13,755 $1,600
2016 $22,233 $192 $6,878 $13,755 $1,600
2015 $22,041 $204 $6,686 $13,755 $1,600
2014 $21,837 $297 (1%) $6,482 $13,755 $1,600
2013 $22,134 -- $6,284 $14,250 $1,600

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some frequently asked questions that may help you in your college cost research.

What is the average cost of textbooks and course materials per annum?
University of South Carolina-Union estimates that a full-time first-year student would need approximately $1,600.
Are there any additional expenses, such as transportation or personal expenses, that I should consider?
Depending on living arrangement, University of South Carolina-Union estimates that students would need the following amount for personal and miscellaneous expenses. This category covers additional costs that students may incur throughout the academic year, such as transportation, personal supplies, and leisure activities.
  • If living on-campus: N/A
  • If living off-campus, with family: $4,313
  • If living off-campus, not with family: $6,915
How much is University of South Carolina-Union application fees?
The application fee for undergraduate students is $40.
Are there any payment plans or options for installment payments?
University of South Carolina-Union offers the following payment plans: Prepaid tuition plan, Guaranteed tuition plan, Tuition payment plan, Other alternative tuition plan

Cost per Credit Hour

University of South Carolina-Union cost of courses per credit hour.
Undergraduate Programs Graduate Programs
For in-state students $298 Not Available
For out-of-state students $743 Not Available

Tuition Plans

Tuition plans offered by University of South Carolina-Union during 2022 academic year.

  • Prepaid tuition plan
    Not Offered
  • Guaranteed tuition plan
    Not Offered
  • Tuition payment plan
    Not Offered
  • Other alternative tuition plan
    Not Offered

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