Erskine College 2017

Erskine College has been equipping young people to flourish in lives of learning, serving, and leading for more than 175 years. Our rich heritage of thoughtful scholarship, Christian commitment, and intentional community provides an academic experience that’s as distinctive as our students, faculty, and graduates.

Vibrantly Academic Erskine is nationally ranked among the best liberal arts colleges. No matter what you study, you’ll be personally challenged and profoundly inspired.

You’ll work hard, think creatively and critically, explore options, and question assumptions across a variety of subjects.

Authentically Christian What we learn and how we live are inseparable foundations for an excellent education. Erskine is committed to Christian authenticity.

Closely Connected Our small size means some big advantages!

You’ll get to know almost everyone, including your professors. And professors may become mentors, even friends.

Beautifully Located Due West of what? Not sure. But we do know that from tree-lined green spaces, gardens and gathering spots to stately architecture, and comfortable hangouts, our campus in Due West,

South Carolina is a great place to learn and live.

Intentionally Residential Living on campus provides great opportunities for fellowship and leadership. Character is refined through meaningful relationships.

Distinctively You Call it a custom-fit college experience. Call it handcrafted higher education. At Erskine, your unique talents, interests, and contributions really matter.

You help shape the experience for others, while they do the same for you.

Erskine lays a foundation of learning and experience for any endeavor. Our calling is to help guide you toward yours – and prepare you to pursue it well. More than simply educating you to be a competent professional, Erskine equips you to flourish intellectually, spiritually, and socially.

To be all you were created to be.

Erskine graduates engage the world in significant and meaningful ways. Take Dr. April Clayton, an Erskine alumna whose love for science led her on a quest to develop vaccines for infectious diseases.

Discovering her passion for scientific research at the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics, April decided to major in chemistry and biology in preparation for a Ph.D. in the biological sciences, a decision that led her to Erskine.

“I looked at several big schools,” she says, “but I’m glad I chose Erskine. No other school can offer the rigorous academic program, the personalized research opportunities, or the family-like learning environment that you’ll find at Erskine.”

While a student at Erskine, April conducted on-campus research and worked in labs at Clemson University and Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. She went on to earn a Ph.D. at Johns Hopkins University and now works as a post doctoral fellow in the viral diseases lab at the National Institutes of Health, where she’s fighting against West Nile virus and dengue fever.

April is known for research that has the potential to save millions of lives. How will you be known?

Ronnie Funk Graduate student at Emory School of Medicine, pursuing a career in cancer research

Founded in 1839, Erskine is South Carolina’s first private Christian college.

Work with faculty to craft a course of study that suits your individual strengths and career interests from a variety of academic programs.

Majors American Studies Bible and Religion Biology Business Chemistry Early Childhood Education Elementary Education English History Mathematics Music Music Education Philosophy

Political Science Psychology Secondary Education Social Studies Special Education Sport Management Pre-professional Programs in: Pre-Medical Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Law Pre-Engineering Pre-Dental Pre-Veterinary

Many Erskine alumni pursue graduate studies in the sciences, law, and humanities at top programs across the nation, including Clemson, Harvard, Emory, Johns Hopkins, MUSC, USC, and Stanford.

The graduate school and medical school acceptance rate from several Erskine programs is near 100% due to extensive faculty mentoring, student access to research opportunities as undergraduates, and deep preparation for graduate coursework.

Most qualified students are able to enjoy the exceptional value of an Erskine education by combining federal and state assistance, generous merit-based scholarships, and wise financial planning.

In fact, more than 95% of students receive assistance through some blend of these sources. Last year alone, we were privileged to provide more than $10 million in scholarships.

“The Fleet Way” is Christ-centered, competitive, and community-focused. Our fourteen intercollegiate teams compete in NCAA Division II as part of Conference Carolinas. To support these programs, we maintain fields and athletic facilities that also promote a healthy, active lifestyle for all students. Our diverse intramural and recreational programs provide competitive and fun athletic options for everyone.

A typical Erskine student from South Carollina can expect to pay around $10,000 a year to attend Erskine.

Real Costs 2017-18 tuition, room, board and fees

$46,450

Typical Financial Aid Package for SC Student*

$36,500

including Erskine grants, South Carolina scholarships and tuition grants, and optional federal loan

Your Typical Cost *(GPA 3.0-3.5; SAT 1000-1050; Rank Top 30%)

$9,950

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