by our College Data Analytics TeamSee current and projected in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for University of South Carolina - Lancaster, and how those expenses constrast to nationwide and regional averages. If you're looking for specific information on USC Lancaster costs, you can go to any of the following sections:
At University of South Carolina - Lancaster the average out-of-state tuition and fees for undergraduates was $18,238 in 2020-2021. Those who hail from the state of South Carolina get a discount and only needed to pay $7,558 per year.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State | $17,838 | $400 | $18,238 |
| In-State | $7,158 | $400 | $7,558 |
USC Lancaster tuition and fees is for one year of attendance, not including room and board.
Keep in mind a lot of students have financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of college.
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The national out-of-state average for tuition and fees is $19,933 a year. University of South Carolina - Lancaster compares well with this national average since its average yearly cost in tuition and fees was $18,238 for out-of-state students.
In-state undergrads in South Carolina pay an average of $16,784 for tuition and fees. In-state undergraduates at USC Lancaster pay about $7,558 a year, which is significantly less than the countrywide average.
The chart below shows how USC Lancaster compares to other schools nationwide, in the region, and in the state.
| Nationwide | Southeast | South Carolina | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Average | Inexpensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Remember to also consider financial aid when trying to decide if you can afford to go to a particular school. For more details on that, see: University of South Carolina - Lancaster Financial Aid.
In-state USC Lancaster tuition and fees grew with an average annual rate of 0.00% over the past five years. South Carolina residents may pay an estimated $7,558 this school year.
At this rate, we estimate the total cost of in-state tuition and fees for two years at USC Lancaster to be $15,116, and $30,232 for four years.
During the same time period, tuition and fees for out-of-state students have increased by 0.00%. Out-of-state students will be charged approximately $18,238 in this academic year if the costs keep going up at the same rate.
This means an estimated $36,476 for two years of out-of-state tuition and fees at USC Lancaster, and $72,952 for four years.
The following chart shows projected upcoming tuition and fees for undergraduates at USC Lancaster.
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