Best Marketing Schools in South Carolina

South Carolina has 11 colleges offering Marketing programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 864 recent graduates. Graduates in South Carolina earn $39,165 on average within two years — 7% below the national average of $42,098. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

School choice matters significantly: University of South Carolina-Columbia graduates earn $45,284 while South Carolina State University graduates earn $32,569 — a $12,715 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in SC

$39,165

SC Avg. Earnings

$42,098

National Avg.

572

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Marketing in South Carolina

Public Schools (6)

$39,469

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (5)

$38,709

avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in South Carolina produce comparable or higher early earnings for Marketing graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Marketing Schools in South Carolina, Ranked by Earnings

University of South Carolina-Columbia

Columbia, SC · Public

$45,284

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $47,936

Graduates: 396

Acceptance: 61.5%

Clemson University

Clemson, SC · Public

$46,478

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $48,888

Graduates: 149

Acceptance: 38.0%

Limestone University

Gaffney, SC · Private

$52,107

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $39,175

Graduates: 18

Acceptance: 98.3%

College of Charleston

Charleston, SC · Public

$43,000

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $41,619

Graduates: 75

Acceptance: 72.0%

Coastal Carolina University

Conway, SC · Public

$38,168

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $37,250

Graduates: 155

Acceptance: 80.2%

Charleston Southern University

Charleston, SC · Private

$33,993

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $26,057

Graduates: 23

Acceptance: 76.1%

Anderson University

Anderson, SC · Private

$37,748

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $35,262

Graduates: 30

Acceptance: 52.8%

North Greenville University

Tigerville, SC · Private

$30,988

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 62.8%

Claflin University

Orangeburg, SC · Private

Francis Marion University

Florence, SC · Public

$31,314

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $25,535

Graduates: 18

Acceptance: 82.2%

#11

South Carolina State University

Orangeburg, SC · Public

$32,569

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 81.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Marketing in South Carolina?

University of South Carolina-Columbia ranks #1 for Marketing in South Carolina with median graduate earnings of $45,284 within two years of graduation. There are 11 schools offering Marketing programs in the state.

How much do Marketing graduates earn in South Carolina?

Marketing graduates in South Carolina earn an average of $39,165 within two years of graduation. This is 7% below the national average of $42,098 for this major.

What is the hardest Marketing school to get into in South Carolina?

Clemson University is the most selective Marketing program in South Carolina with an acceptance rate of 38.0%. The average acceptance rate across Marketing programs in the state is 70.7%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Marketing in South Carolina?

In South Carolina, private Marketing programs produce average earnings of $38,709 vs $39,469 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 6 public and 5 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in South Carolina

Chemical Engineering $72,701 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $67,549 Computer Engineering $65,872 Engineering-Related Fields $62,665 Civil Engineering $59,438 International Business $56,853 Information Science/Studies $56,848 Biomedical/Medical Engineering $53,919

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.