What SAT score do you need for University of South Carolina-Columbia?
The 25th–75th percentile band shows where the middle half of admitted students score on the SAT. Numbers come from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2024–25 figures).
Where enrolled freshmen score
Share of University of South Carolina-Columbia's enrolled first-time freshmen in each SAT composite range, from the school's Common Data Set.
University of South Carolina-Columbia SAT band
25th
1,180
–
75th
1,360
Median
1,297
Higher-SAT-average school (top quartile). Admission rate: 60%.
Peer schools at this band
University at Buffalo, NY
25–75:1,210–1,380Median:1,295
University of Delaware, DE
25–75:1,190–1,370Median:1,292
See your specific admit chance
The band above shows where admitted students scored. Run the admissions-chance tool to see what your specific score means for your chance at University of South Carolina-Columbia.
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SAT data from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2024–25 figures). Last updated March 7, 2026. Methodology.