#1 in South CarolinaClemson University94.8
Best Business Programs in South Carolina for 2027
Business programs in South Carolina, ranked: 2 rankings, each scored on graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate earnings from federal IPEDS, College Scorecard, and BLS data. Choose a field below to see the full ranking.
- Rankings published
- 2
- Programs analyzed
- 21
- Schools ranked
- 14
- Fields covered
- 2
Business Programs in South Carolina, in Brief
Business programs in South Carolina have two rankings on this site so far, Bachelor's in Accounting and Bachelor's in Finance, drawn from 21 programs analyzed. Of the 14 schools ranked, seven are public and seven private, and one offers the program online. Accounting is the deepest field, with 11 ranked programs, all at the bachelor's level. The price gap is the widest story here: in-state tuition among the ranked undergraduate programs runs from $8,356 at Citadel Military College of South Carolina to $59,360 at Furman University, $51,004 a year apart. One school charges in-state students under $10,000 a year.
Clemson University, University of South Carolina-Columbia, College of Charleston, Wofford College, and Anderson University appear in more of South Carolina's rankings than any other school, two each. Pay runs below the national figure: 15,270 accountants and auditors in South Carolina earn a median of $76,560 (BLS, May 2025), $7,120 less than the national median; the accountant salary guide compares every state. Related pay guides: financial analyst salary.
Among the business programs in South Carolina, University of South Carolina-Columbia enrolls the most students: 38,532. Clemson University graduates the highest share of its students, 87%. Citadel Military College of South Carolina admits 23% of applicants, the lowest rate among these schools. For distance study, look at Strayer University-South Carolina.
Business Programs in South Carolina, by Field
#1 in South CarolinaClemson University94.7
What Business Jobs Pay in South Carolina
| Job | Median in South Carolina | National median | After local prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial analysts | $93,670 | $102,740 | $99,916 |
| Accountants and auditors | $76,560 | $83,680 | $81,665 |
The pay range runs from $76,560 for accountants and auditors to $93,670 for financial analysts in South Carolina. Neither reaches the national median here. Prices in South Carolina run 6.3% below the U.S. average (BEA), so $93,670 buys about what $99,916 would nationally.
BLS OEWS, May 2025; price level 93.7 (BEA 2024, U.S. = 100).
Schools in the Most South Carolina Rankings
By number of lists, then best rank.
- Clemson University In 2 rankings · #1 in Bachelor's in Accounting
- University of South Carolina-Columbia In 2 rankings · #2 in Bachelor's in Accounting
- College of Charleston In 2 rankings · #4 in Bachelor's in Accounting
- Wofford College In 2 rankings · #4 in Bachelor's in Finance
- Anderson University In 2 rankings · #6 in Bachelor's in Accounting
Other Fields, Ranked Nationally
Business Programs in South Carolina: Your Questions, Answered
What is the best business school in South Carolina?
By breadth, Clemson University: it is on both of South Carolina's lists, first in accounting and finance. The best fit still depends on your field.
How many business programs are there in South Carolina?
We analyzed 21 accredited business programs in South Carolina and ranked 14 schools across two rankings.
What is the cheapest business school in South Carolina?
Citadel Military College of South Carolina, at $8,356 a year in-state, the lowest tuition among the ranked undergraduate programs.
Can you earn a business degree online in South Carolina?
Yes. One of the 14 ranked schools in South Carolina offer the program online, including Strayer University-South Carolina.
How much do business graduates earn in South Carolina?
It depends on the job: from $76,560 for accountants and auditors to $93,670 for financial analysts (BLS, May 2025).