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About Converse University

small private universityarts and education focussmall class sizesmasters programssouth carolina liberal arts

Converse University is a private university in Spartanburg, SC, known for its small private university, arts and education focus, and small class sizes. With an acceptance rate of 56%, Converse University is moderately selective, typically enrolling around 225 students each year. Converse University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1020–1235, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Converse University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $14,906 per year; the sticker price of $36,848 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Converse University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

moderately selective

56%
Overall Accept Rate
1128
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1020 – 1235 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Converse University

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Application Strategy
Converse has strong programs in music, visual art, and creative writing, so if any of those align with your interests, name them specifically in your application materials rather than listing a generic major. Admissions readers respond well to students who have done their homework on what makes Converse distinct.
Test Score Strategy
With Converse being test optional, you are better off leaving your score off your application and letting your GPA, activities, and essays carry the weight instead.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Converse University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$37k/yr$14.1k
30k-48k~$37k/yr$18.5k
48k-75k~$37k/yr$23.6k
75k-110k~$37k/yr$24.8k
110k+~$37k/yr$29.1k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

47%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$33k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
855
Undergrad Enrollment
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