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Lander University

Lander University is a medium, public institution located in Greenwood, sc. Founded in 1872, Lander University offers undergraduate degrees in 38 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 2
undergraduates 3,360 undergraduates
cost $11,700 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Lander University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 67.4%
SAT score average 1076
ACT score average 21
Average high school GPA 3.66
Application fee N/A
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Key deadlines

June
30
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Lander University is known for one of its top majors: Business Administration, Management and Operations. Their student-faculty ratio is 16:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
16 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Social Sciences and Psychology
Health and Medical Professions
Education and Teaching
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Languages and Literature

Popular majors

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Psychology, General
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Biology, General
Criminology

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $11,700
Additional expenses
Room & board $10,700
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $2,970
Cost of attendance* $26,570
Average financial aid package $5,105
Estimated cost $21,465 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $21,300
Additional expenses
Room & board $10,700
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $2,970
Cost of attendance* $36,170
Average financial aid package $5,105
Estimated cost $31,065 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Lander University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,360, with gender binary students split 32% male and 68% female.

Total enrollment

3,642

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
63%
African American %
23%
Hispanic American %
2%
Asian %
0%
Native American %
1%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
1%
Multiracial %
4%
Unknown %
6%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Lander University, students love their Students Promoting Intelligent Choices and Experiences (S.P.I.C.E.). Student athletes compete in Division 2 sports.

Campus info

map 320 Stanley Avenue, Greenwood, SC 29649-2099
phone 864-388-8000
address https://www.lander.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Students promoting intelligent choices and experiences (s.p.i.c.e.)

Lander association of biological science

Minorities on the move (mom)

Presidential ambassadors

Lander dance company

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 2
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Lander University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Lander University?

Lander University is located in Greenwood, sc.

What is the acceptance rate at Lander University? 

The acceptance rate for Lander University is 67%.

What’s the average GPA for Lander University?

The average high school GPA for Lander University students was 3.66.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Lander University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Lander University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $106,280.

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