Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Associate's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in South Carolina
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities associates's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (31 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Carolina-Columbia | — | — | $10,000 | — |
| Midlands Technical College | $29,688 | $35,674 | $14,550 | 0.49 |
| Technical College of the Lowcountry | $28,441 | $32,847 | $9,500 | 0.33 |
| Spartanburg Community College | $28,222 | $36,267 | $8,250 | 0.29 |
| Greenville Technical College | $27,684 | $37,033 | $12,190 | 0.44 |
| York Technical College | $27,088 | $36,013 | $8,180 | 0.30 |
| National Median | $27,248 | — | $10,950 | 0.40 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in South Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midlands Technical College West Columbia | $4,788 | $29,688 | $14,550 |
| Technical College of the Lowcountry Beaufort | $5,500 | $28,441 | $9,500 |
| Spartanburg Community College Spartanburg | $5,046 | $28,222 | $8,250 |
| Greenville Technical College Greenville | $5,639 | $27,684 | $12,190 |
| York Technical College Rock Hill | $5,512 | $27,088 | $8,180 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At University of South Carolina-Columbia, approximately 19% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.