by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a USC Upstate degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how USC Upstate measures up.
USC Upstate is ranked #1,196 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within South Carolina, it ranks #19 of 61 for value.
These USC Upstate majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Medical Informatics | #3 of 7 |
| Health Information Systems | #3 of 7 |
| Medical Illustration & Informatics | #3 of 8 |
| Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling | #8 of 22 |
| Mental & Social Health Services | #12 of 39 |
| Engineering | #14 of 33 |
| Economics | #16 of 89 |
| Business Economics | #16 of 89 |
| Business/Managerial Economics | #16 of 89 |
| Exercise Physiology | #25 of 93 |
Read the full USC Upstate value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
University of South Carolina-Upstate is ranked #11 out of #62 in South Carolina for quality and #19 out of #61 for South Carolina value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the USC Upstate financial aid page to be sure.
University of South Carolina-Upstate is ranked #1,196 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, University of South Carolina-Upstate 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 USC Upstate costs about $15,913. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $63,652 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $24,776 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $13,557 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $15,913 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $63,652 |
*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.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about USC Upstate net price and the factors that affect it.
What USC Upstate 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 USC Upstate 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 | $99,104 | — | — |
| All Students | $63,652 | #1,196 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $54,228 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $99,104 | — | — |
| All Students | $63,652 | #19 | B- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $54,228 | — | — |
*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 USC Upstate shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $11,021 |
| $30K–$48K | $12,164 |
| $48K–$75K | $13,876 |
| $75K–$110K | $17,711 |
| Over $110K | $20,030 |
About 79% of USC Upstate undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $8,921 per year. Get more details on the USC Upstate financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the USC Upstate net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.