College of Charleston
Charleston, SC · public
Official site ↗Admissions
| Admit rate | 72% |
| Applicants | — |
| Middle-50% SAT | 1130–1300 |
| Middle-50% ACT | 24–29 |
| Avg GPA | — |
| Test policy | — |
| Avg net price / yr | $19,518 |
| Grad rate | 65% |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $56,416 |
| Source | scorecard_bulk · 2025 |
Application requirements
| Early Decision | 2025-11-01 |
| Early Decision II | 2026-01-15 |
| Early Action | 2025-11-01 |
| Regular / Rolling | 2026-04-15 |
| Application fee | $60 (US) · $60 (intl) |
| Personal essay | Not required |
| Test policy | sometimes required |
| Mid-year report | Required |
Source: Common App first-year Requirements Grid, 2025-26 cycle. Confirm on the college's site — requirements can change mid-cycle.
Supplemental essays
- Many students apply to the College of Charleston based on our location, size, reputation, beautiful campus, and nice climate. While these are all important considerations in choosing a college, why is the College of Charleston a particularly good match for you? (350 words)· ~350 words
- Are there any anomalies or extenuating circumstances that you’d like us to consider when we review your application?· ~400 words
- Consider the following individual identity descriptors: creator, doer, explorer, change agent, seeker. Choose one of these descriptors that best encapsulates your core identity. Provide 2-3 concrete examples of how the descriptor you chose reflects your identity. This is your opportunity to share a meaningful experience, a unique interest, or your involvement in a diverse community. How might this core identity translate into action as a scholar-citizen at the College of Charleston? In what ways do you hope to develop your core identity during college? (500-650 words)· ~650 words
Copied verbatim from the school's official admissions page (2025-26 cycle).