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About Presbyterian College

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Presbyterian College is a private liberal arts college in Clinton, SC, known for its presbyterian faith mission, liberal arts college, and small south carolina campus. With an acceptance rate of 59%, PC is moderately selective, typically enrolling around 272 students each year. PC is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1080–1280, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. PC offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $34,793 per year; the sticker price of $55,950 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Presbyterian College acceptance rate and admitted student profile

moderately selective

59%
Overall Accept Rate
3.25
Typical Admitted GPA
1180
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.00 – 3.50 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1080 – 1280 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Presbyterian College

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Essay Strategy
Presbyterian College places heavy emphasis on essays, so use yours to show how your values and character align with their community of integrity and service. Be concrete and personal rather than abstract, since admissions readers here are genuinely looking for who you are beyond your grades.
Demonstrated Interest
Presbyterian College tracks demonstrated interest, so schedule a campus visit to Clinton and follow up with an email to your admissions counselor after you tour. A small campus like PC means your enthusiasm will actually be noticed by the people reading your file.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Presbyterian College actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$56k/yr$18.3k
30k-48k~$56k/yr$16.0k
48k-75k~$56k/yr$19.4k
75k-110k~$56k/yr$19.9k
110k+~$56k/yr$27.0k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

62%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$44k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
945
Undergrad Enrollment
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