Lander University
Greenwood, South Carolina 29649-2099
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — excellent value
Lander University is a public institution in Greenwood with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1057, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 3.4K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
49% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $42,396 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $14,501.
More About This School
Varsity Sports
History & Fun Facts
- •History Reverend Samuel Lander, founder Lander University was founded as a college for women by Methodist clergyman Samuel Lander in 1872 as Williamston Female College in Williamston, South Carolina.
- •Men were admitted starting in 1943 and it became a university in 1992.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1057
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
47.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
0.0%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$12,503
Programs (38)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
69%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
24
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from SC state average