Overview
Founded in 1824 as the Medical College of South Carolina, MUSC is the oldest medical school in the South and has grown into a major academic health sciences center encompassing colleges of medicine, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry, health professions, and graduate studies. The university is renowned for its clinical enterprise, MUSC Health, which operates a network of hospitals and clinics across the state, and for its research strengths in areas such as neuroscience, oncology, cardiovascular disease, and digital health. It consistently ranks among the top public research institutions for federal research funding relative to its size.
At a Glance
| Type | Public Research |
| Location | Charleston, South Carolina |
| Founded | 1824 |
| Total students | 3,500 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 5:1 |
| Acceptance rate | N/A |
| Graduation rate | 90% |
| Average starting salary | $75,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $35,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $70,000 |
| Room & board | $14,000 |
| Average financial aid | $20,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 75% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.70 |
| Regular deadline | Varies by program |
Top Programs
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Pharmacy
- Dental Medicine
- Health Professions
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.