1954
Conway, SC

About Coastal Carolina University

Coastal Carolina University hosts a dynamic, innovative and diverse learning community of productive, hard-working faculty, students, and staff.  Student-centered degree programs offer contemporary technology, programming and support services.  CCU designs curriculums to be of national and regional significance, honing high standards of responsibility and accountability in today’s world.  

Earn an online master’s or bachelor’s degree through CCU’s distance learning courses.  Programs vary from education to business, technology, and more.  Coastal Carolina conducts constant assessments of online program in order to stay up to date with current trends and the best policies to adhere to a student-centered academic experience.  

Qualities of the CCU online environment:

  • Fully online and hybrid formats available
  • Flexibility designed for working adults
  • Online faculty receive full support services
  • Online readiness assessment quiz

Accreditation & Licensing

Coastal Carolina University is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Type:

4-year, Public

Highest Level Offered:

Doctor's degree

Religious Affiliation:

Not applicable

Enrollment:

Undergraduate: 10,986 ; Graduate: 747

Percent of Fully Online Students:

Undergraduate: 4% ; Graduate: 58%

Graduation Rate:

48%

Transfer Rate:

32%

Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:

$47,258

Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):

$23,750

Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:

77%

Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:

$12,017

Yellow Ribbon Program:

Yes

Credit for Military Training:

Yes

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Geographic and Educational Overview

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Coastal Carolina University is located in South Carolina

South Carolina at a Glance:

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Columbia
5,118,425
32,020 sq mi
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23
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$12,500.00

Top Majors in South Carolina:

Top Incentives in South Carolina:

Top Career Pathways in South Carolina:

Manufacturing Management
  • Entry Level: Production Engineer ($65,000)
  • Mid Level: Plant Manager ($95,000)
  • Senior Level: Operations Director ($140,000+)
  • Required Education: BS Engineering
  • Certifications: Six Sigma, PMP
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Online Programs offered by Coastal Carolina University

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Business

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Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
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Master of Business Administration
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Master of Business Administration / Commercial & Investment Real Estate
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Master of Business Administration / Nonprofit Administration

Computer Science & IT

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Master of Science in Information Systems Technology / Security & Analytics
Undergraduate Certificate in Geospatial Technologies

Education

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Educational Specialist in Instructional Technology
Graduate Certificate in Online Teaching & Training
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Master of Education in Language, Literacy & Culture
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Master of Education in Learning & Teaching / Instructional Technology
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Master of Education in Special Education

Healthcare

Bachelor of Science in Health Administration
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Master of Business Administration / Healthcare Administration