by our College Data Analytics TeamIs C of C worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
C of C is ranked #1,722 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within South Carolina, it ranks #29 of 61 for value.
Among the majors C of C offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Historic Preservation & Conservation | #3 of 4 |
| Historic Preservation | #3 of 4 |
| History | #3 of 4 |
| Other Astronomy & Astrophysics | #3 of 6 |
| Other Computer Software & Media Applications | #4 of 21 |
| Computer Science / Programming | #4 of 21 |
| Archeology | #5 of 6 |
| Political and Social Sciences | #5 of 6 |
| Fine & Studio Arts Management | #6 of 18 |
| Real Estate | #18 of 35 |
Read the full C of C value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
College of Charleston is ranked #7 out of #62 in South Carolina for quality and #29 out of #61 for South Carolina value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the C of C financial aid page to be sure.
College of Charleston is ranked #1,722 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, College of Charleston is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at C of C costs about $23,098. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $92,392 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $32,308 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $18,960 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $23,098 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $92,392 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the C of C net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What C of C costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a C of C degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $129,232 | — | — |
| All Students | $92,392 | #1,722 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $75,840 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $129,232 | — | — |
| All Students | $92,392 | #29 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $75,840 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at C of C shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $13,017 |
| $30K–$48K | $13,418 |
| $48K–$75K | $18,049 |
| $75K–$110K | $23,178 |
| Over $110K | $24,730 |
About 69% of C of C undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $10,608 per year. Get more details on the C of C financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average C of C cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.