Best Social Work Schools in South Carolina

South Carolina has 6 colleges offering Social Work programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 171 recent graduates. Graduates in South Carolina earn $26,880 on average within two years — 14% below the national average of $31,424. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

Schools in SC

$26,880

SC Avg. Earnings

$31,424

National Avg.

482

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Social Work in South Carolina

Public Schools (3)

$27,674

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (3)

$26,086

avg. 2yr earnings

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

Social Work Schools in South Carolina, Ranked by Earnings

University of South Carolina-Columbia

Columbia, SC · Public

$23,227

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $23,487

Graduates: 22

Acceptance: 61.5%

Winthrop University

Rock Hill, SC · Public

$32,391

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $23,088

Graduates: 42

Acceptance: 75.1%

Columbia College

Columbia, SC · Private

$30,926

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $31,014

Graduates: 32

Acceptance: 95.8%

Limestone University

Gaffney, SC · Private

$30,854

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $27,421

Graduates: 57

Acceptance: 98.3%

South Carolina State University

Orangeburg, SC · Public

$27,403

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $26,194

Graduates: 18

Acceptance: 81.7%

Coker University

Hartsville, SC · Private

$16,478

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 97.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Social Work in South Carolina?

University of South Carolina-Columbia ranks #1 for Social Work in South Carolina with median graduate earnings of $23,227 within two years of graduation. There are 6 schools offering Social Work programs in the state.

How much do Social Work graduates earn in South Carolina?

Social Work graduates in South Carolina earn an average of $26,880 within two years of graduation. This is 14% below the national average of $31,424 for this major.

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

University of South Carolina-Columbia is the most selective Social Work program in South Carolina with an acceptance rate of 61.5%. The average acceptance rate across Social Work programs in the state is 84.9%.

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

In South Carolina, private Social Work programs produce average earnings of $26,086 vs $27,674 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 3 public and 3 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.