Test-optional colleges in South Carolina
These colleges told the U.S. Department of Education that SAT or ACT scores are not required for admission (College Scorecard, 2024–25). Policies change and can differ for international applicants, scholarships or specific programs, so confirm on each college's admissions page.
Colleges (29)
| College | Federal test policy | SAT middle 50% | ACT middle 50% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allen University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| American College of the Building Arts | Considered but not required | 1130–1290 | 20–27 |
| Anderson University | Considered but not required | 1100–1280 | 22–29 |
| Benedict College | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Charleston Southern University | Considered but not required | 930–1160 | 18–24 |
| Citadel Military College of South Carolina | Considered but not required | 1085–1285 | 22–27 |
| Claflin University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Clemson University | Considered but not required | 1240–1410 | 28–32 |
| Coastal Carolina University | Considered but not required | 1050–1220 | 21–26 |
| Coker University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| College of Charleston | Considered but not required | 1140–1310 | 25–30 |
| Columbia College | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Columbia International University | Considered but not required | — | — |
| Converse University | Considered but not required | 1010–1250 | 19–26 |
| Erskine College | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Francis Marion University | Considered but not required | 870–1115 | 16–24 |
| Furman University | Considered but not required | 1260–1430 | 28–32 |
| Lander University | Considered but not required | 950–1178 | 16–23 |
| Newberry College | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| North Greenville University | Considered but not required | 1060–1240 | 20–28 |
| Presbyterian College | Considered but not required | 980–1200 | 21–26 |
| South Carolina State University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Southern Wesleyan University | Considered but not required | 1040–1210 | 22–28 |
| University of South Carolina Aiken | Considered but not required | 980–1220 | 19–26 |
| University of South Carolina Beaufort | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| University of South Carolina-Columbia | Considered but not required | 1180–1360 | 26–32 |
| University of South Carolina-Upstate | Considered but not required | 1005–1175 | 21–26 |
| Winthrop University | Considered but not required | 1010–1220 | 20–27 |
| Wofford College | Considered but not required | 1198–1343 | 27–31 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, admissions test requirements and SAT/ACT percentiles, 2024–25. Cost and aid in South Carolina · SAT guide · ACT guide