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Coker University

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Coker University is a student-focused, comprehensive institution of higher education with a strong liberal arts core, located in Hartsville, South Carolina. Coker combines round table, discussion-based learning with hands-on experiences to encourage active participation in and out of the classroom. A supportive, close-knit community prepares Coker students with the confidence and practical life skills they need to reach their personal best, in college and beyond.

Founded in 1908, Coker is a bachelor’s and master’s degree-granting institution and competes in 20 NCAA Division II sports. Coker is included among the "Best Colleges" in the South by U.S. News & World Report as well as The Princeton Review, and by Washington Monthly as a “Best Bang for Your Buck” college in the southeast.

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Academic programs

  • Science
  • Technology
  • Liberal Arts
  • Business
  • Education
  • Nursing
  • Music
  • Art & Design
  • Finance/Accounting
  • Health Science
  • Performing Arts
  • Social Science
  • Visual Arts
  • Psychology
  • Computer Science
  • Public health

Student experience

  • Athletics
  • Co-op/Internship Opportunities
  • Disability Services
  • Intramural/Club Sports
  • LGBTQIA Services
  • Military/Veteran Services
  • On-Campus Housing
  • Religious Affiliation
  • Study Abroad
  • Undergraduate Research
  • Veteran Fee Waiver
  • Distance/online learning

Application information

First-year

Admissions processes can be confusing, but they don't have to be. At Coker University, applying is easy and stress-free—no application fees, no deadlines, and no required ACT/SAT scores. If you have a 2.5 GPA or higher, you're ready to take the first step toward your future. Start your journey with us today!

Transfer

Admissions processes can be confusing, but they don't have to be. At Coker University, applying is easy and stress-free—no application fees, no deadlines, and no required ACT/SAT scores.

  • a 2.00 grade point average in 30 or more transferable hours of college-level credit; or
  • a 2.50 grade point average in 20-29 transferable hours of college-level credit; or
  • a 2.75 grade point average in 12-19 transferable hours of college-level credit.

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Additional information

At Coker University, we believe your hard work deserves to be rewarded. That’s why **95% of our undergraduates receive financial aid**, with an average scholarship award of **$17,459**—not including federal, state, or need-based aid. Each year, Coker awards over **$10 million in scholarships**, and we’re committed to guiding you through every step of the financial aid process. 

For top achievers, opportunities like the **STEM Scholars in Biology NSF Grant** can even cover **full tuition**. Join a community where 100% of students benefit from institutional, federal, state, or need-based aid. Your dreams are within reach at Coker - go where you can grow!

Visit us

We invite you to explore our campus in Hartsville, South Carolina, and discover why Coker University is the right choice for pursuing your academic, leadership, and life goals. Join us for an in-person guided walking tour of our historic academic buildings, modern athletic facilities, spacious visual arts galleries, and cutting-edge performance venues.
Tour Times: 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Monday through Friday. Schedule your visit to campus on our website at https://www.coker.edu/visit/, or contact the Admissions Office at admissions@coker.edu or 843-383-8050.

“At Coker, we believe in meeting students where they are and helping them grow into who they’re meant to be. Our personalized approach to education, close-knit community, and commitment to real-world learning make Coker the right choice for students who want to be seen, supported, and challenged in all the right ways.”