Published
January 22, 2013
This article discusses important factors to consider when evaluating and choosing a liberal arts college.
300 E College Ave, Hartsville, SC 29550
Established in 1908, Coker College readies undergraduates for personal and professional success through a distinctive four-year program that emphasizes a practical application of the liberal arts as well as hands-on and discussion-based learning within and beyond the classroom. Coker is ranked among the “Best Colleges” in the South by U.S. News & World Report as well as The Princeton Review. Located in Hartsville, S.C., Coker is within two hours of the cultural, financial and recreational resources of Charlotte, Columbia, Charleston and Myrtle Beach.
School Overview: | Coker College | |
| County | Darlington County, SC | |
| Title IV Eligible | Participat | |
| Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate Colleges--General | |
| Institution Level | Four or more years | |
| Institution Control | Private not-for-profit | |
| Instructional Staff Total (research/public service staff included) | 65 staff | 115 staff |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Enrollment | 1,140 students | 1,633 students |
| # Full-Time Students | 1,005 students | 1,434 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 135 students | 137 students |
| # Undergraduate Students | 1,132 students | 1,507 students |
| # Graduate Students | 8 students | 129 students |
| % American Indian/Alaskan | 1% | 1% |
| % Asian | - | 2% |
| % Hawaiian | - | 1% |
| % Hispanic | - | 3% |
| % Black | 41% | 6% |
| % White | 57% | 84% |
| % Two or more races | - | 2% |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| In-State Tuition Fees (2012-13) | $23,640 | $24,462 |
| Out-State Tuition Fees (2012-13) | $23,640 | $24,744 |
| Tuition | $23,640 | |
| Percent Admitted | 58% | 64% |
| SAT Reading (25-75%) | 430-530 | 450-570 |
| SAT Math (25-75%) | 440-530 | 460-573 |
| ACT Composite (25-75%) | 17-22 | 20-25 |
School Notes:
The world is changing. Will you be ready? Coker College offers the academic programs, undergraduate focus, research and internship opportunities that will redefine your idea of college preparation. Outside the classroom, externships, internships, community service, research and study abroad opportunities will help you develop the skills necessary for graduate school or a professional workplace in a more hands-on approach.
At Coker, sitting in the back of a classroom and blending into a wall is simply not an option. Coker utilizes an interactive, discussion-based teaching approach: Round Table Learning. You’ll learn to think on your feet and present your ideas with confidence. Recently, Peterson’s Smart Parents Guide to College called it “a model learning experience.”
To Coker’s faculty, you’re not just a student – you’re an individual who can make a difference. Professors are dedicated to helping you develop the skills you need to be a leader and make an impact on the world.
Coker College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097; phone: 404-679-4501) to award baccalaureate degrees. Coker is also accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music and the Council on Social Work Education. The Teacher Education Program at Coker is approved by the South Carolina Board of Education using both State and National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) standards.
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