Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
67.92%
SAT Average
1,057
ACT Range
17-24
Lander University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 67.92%. This means approximately 679 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 3,384 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
67.92%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $11,700 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $21,300 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $26,069 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $14,501 | State avg: $16,137. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 39.74% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 53.14% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Lander University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$21,300
Room and board
$10,700
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$4,470
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$26,069
Average net price
$14,501
Average aid coverage
44%
$11,568 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Lander University pays approximately $14,501 per year after grants and aid. This is below the South Carolina average of $16,137 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Lander University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to South Carolina and national averages.
Lander University net price
$14,501
South Carolina average
$16,137
National average
$17,506
Lander University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $21,300 and average net price at $14,501. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$21,300
Current net price
$14,501
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
48.76%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$42,396
Undergraduates
3,384
10-Year Median Earnings - Lander University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Lander University graduates earn about 1.0x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Lander University?
Undergraduates
3,384
Completion rate
48.76%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
39.74%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
53.14%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 39.74% of Lander University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 53.14% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Lander University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Lander University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Lander University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Lander University is listed at 320 Stanley Avenue, Greenwood, SC 29649-2099. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Lander University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lander University | 67.92% | $21,300 | $14,501 | $42,396 |
| Medical University of South Carolina | Not available | Not available | Not available | $88,420 |
| Citadel Military College of South Carolina | 98.09% | $37,370 | $21,002 | $72,085 |
| Clemson University | 38.05% | $39,498 | $22,112 | $71,513 |
| Wofford College | 58.59% | $54,100 | $28,984 | $68,964 |
Similar Schools in Greenwood
This local cluster focuses on nearby Greenwood schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Greenwood.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lander University's acceptance rate?
Lander University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 67.92%.
How much is Lander University tuition?
Lander University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $21,300.
What is Lander University's average net price?
Lander University's average net price in the local dataset is $14,501.
What is Lander University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $42,396 for Lander University.
Is Lander University accredited?
Lander University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Lander University?
The local dataset lists 3,384 undergraduate students at Lander University.
What percentage of Lander University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Lander University in the local dataset is 39.74%.
What is the federal loan rate at Lander University?
The federal loan rate for Lander University in the local dataset is 53.14%.
Where should I verify Lander University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Lander University or the latest official federal education data.