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Coker University

Private nonprofit Hartsville, SC · Town · Southeast · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
38%
Graduation Rate
$40,117
Earnings (10yr)
$20,286
Net Price
94%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Coker University is a good fit for students looking for a close-knit community, with an enrollment of just 840 students and a generous acceptance rate of 94%. This welcoming environment allows for a more personalized educational experience, particularly in popular fields like Business & Marketing, Social Sciences, Psychology, Visual & Performing Arts, and Biology & Biomedical. Here, students can pursue their passions while benefiting from small class sizes and supportive faculty.

Looking at what happens after graduation, alumni of Coker University earn an average of $40,117 within ten years of completing their studies. While the graduation rate stands at 38%, many graduates find their footing in a variety of careers, which suggests that the education they receive does help them move forward. It's important to note that 26% of students receive Pell Grants, highlighting that financial support is available for those who need it, making education more accessible.

When it comes to the financials, the net price after aid is about $20,286, which is manageable for many families. The median debt is $26,000, a figure that many graduates can navigate with their earnings. Students who thrive here often appreciate the supportive environment and the opportunity to engage deeply with their studies, setting them up for success in their chosen fields.

Rankings

How Coker Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation38%Earnings 10yr$40KNet Price$20KRetention69%Median Debt$26KPell Grant Rate26%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$17K$0-30K$15K$30-48K$18K$48-75K$24K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%979.9%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1241.9%MOBILITY121.70%

Cost & Financial Aid

$33,416
In-State Tuition
$33,416
Out-of-State
$20,286
Avg Net Price
$26,000
Median Debt
26%
Pell Grant Rate
42%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$16,789
Family Income $0–$30K
$15,138
Family Income $30K–$48K
$18,227
Family Income $48K–$75K
$24,160
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$36,650
6 Years After Entry
$39,450
8 Years
$40,117
10 Years
0.65x
Debt-to-Earnings
53%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$36,650 6yr $39,450 8yr $40,117 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

121.70%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1241.9%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
979.9%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$59,000
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.26
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.05
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.3%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 94%
Retention Rate 69%
ACT Midpoint 20
Full-Time Faculty 42%
Faculty Salary (mo) $5,977
Diversity Index 0.72
First-Gen Students 38%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 28%
Social Sciences 16%
Psychology 11%
Visual & Performing Arts 8%
Biology & Biomedical 5%
Education 4%
Computer Science & IT 4%
Health Professions 4%