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2023 Best Sociology Schools in South Carolina

14 Colleges
$27,656 Avg Salary
$28,441 Avg Student Debt

Finding the Best Sociology School for You

In 2020-2021, 382 degrees and certificates were awarded to sociology students who went to a South Carolina college or university. This makes it the #29 most popular major in the state.

There are lots of options to pick from today when trying to decide which program is right for you. Along with traditional schools that require in-person attendence, you can attend one of many reputable online schools. Some programs even offer a hybrid experience. Alternatively, you may choose a trade school that prepares you to enter the workforce with knowledge in a specific field.

Along with in-depth profiles of schools and the programs they offer, Course Advisor has created the Best Sociology Schools in South Carolina to help you in your search for the best school for you. This report analyzed 14 schools in South Carolina to see which ones offered the best programs for students.

View our full ranking methodology.

2023 Best Sociology Schools in South Carolina

Check out the sociology programs at these schools if you want to get the best education that money can buy.

Top 10 Best Sociology Schools

#1

Furman University

Greenville, SC

Our analysis found Furman University to be the best school for sociology students who want to pursue a degree in South Carolina. Located in the large suburb of Greenville, Furman is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.

Read full report on Sociology at Furman University

#2

Clemson University

Clemson, SC

Out of the 14 schools in South Carolina that were part of this year’s ranking, Clemson University landed the # 2 spot on the list. Located in the suburb of Clemson, Clemson is a public college with a very large student population.

The average amount in student loans that sociology majors at Clemson take out is $24,124. The average monthly payment of a loan this size is about $255, assuming that the borrower is on a 10-year repayment plan.

Read full report on Sociology at Clemson University

A rank of #3 on this year’s list means University of South Carolina - Columbia is a great place for sociology students. UofSC is a very large public school located in the midsize city of Columbia.

On average, sociology graduates from UofSC take out $27,000 in student loans while working on their degree.

Full Sociology at University of South Carolina - Columbia Report

Out of the 14 schools in South Carolina that were part of this year’s ranking, University of South Carolina - Aiken landed the # 4 spot on the list. Located in the large suburb of Aiken, UofSC Aiken is a public college with a small student population.

The average amount in student loans that sociology majors at UofSC Aiken take out is $31,000.

Full Sociology at University of South Carolina - Aiken Report

You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend University of South Carolina - Upstate. It ranked #5 on our 2023 Best Sociology Schools in South Carolina list. Located in the midsize suburb of Spartanburg, USC Upstate is a public college with a medium-sized student population.

On average, sociology graduates from USC Upstate take out $24,750 in student loans while working on their degree.

Full Sociology at University of South Carolina - Upstate Report

#6

Lander University

Greenwood, SC

Lander University landed the #6 spot in the 2023 rankings for the best sociology programs. Lander University is a small public school located in the town of Greenwood.

While working on their degree, sociology majors at Lander University accumulate an average of around $30,244 in student debt.

Full Sociology at Lander University Report

#7

College of Charleston

Charleston, SC

College of Charleston did quite well in this year’s ranking of the best schools for sociology students. It came in at #7 on the list. C of C is a large public school located in the city of Charleston.

On average, sociology graduates from C of C take out $24,250 in student loans while working on their degree. When it comes time to repay the loan, graduates who are on a 10-year repayment plan pay an average monthly payment of $346.

Full Sociology at College of Charleston Report

Coastal Carolina University ranked #8 on this year’s Best Sociology Schools in South Carolina list. Located in the city of Conway, Coastal Carolina University is a public school with a fairly large student population.

While working on their degree, sociology majors at Coastal Carolina University accumulate an average of around $26,500 in student debt. For students who choose a 10-year repayment plan, the average monthly student loan payment is $368.

Full Sociology at Coastal Carolina University Report

#9

Presbyterian College

Clinton, SC

Presbyterian College came in at #9 in this year’s edition of the Best Sociology Schools in South Carolina ranking. Located in the distant town of Clinton, PC is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.

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#10

Winthrop University

Rock Hill, SC

Winthrop University landed the #10 spot in the 2023 rankings for the best sociology programs. Located in the small city of Rock Hill, Winthrop is a public school with a medium-sized student population.

On average, sociology graduates from Winthrop take out $27,000 in student loans while working on their degree.

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Best Sociology Colleges in the Southeast Region

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State Degrees Awarded
Georgia 766
Virginia 937
North Carolina 1,105
Florida 1,076
Tennessee 428
Kentucky 277
Louisiana 407
Arkansas 228
Alabama 223
Mississippi 114
West Virginia 191

One of 12 majors within the area of study, sociology has other similar majors worth exploring.

Related Major Annual Graduates
Political Science & Government 49,282
Economics 49,055
General Social Sciences 18,997
International Relations & National Security 14,306
Anthropology 11,415

Notes and References

*These averages are for the top 14 schools only.

  • Read more about our ranking methodology.
  • The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) serves as the core of the rest of our data about colleges.
  • Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).
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