students walking in front of Smyth Hall

Presbyterian College at a Glance

Founded in 1880
Undergraduate enrollment (2022-2023): 955
Graduate enrollment (2022-2023): 244
Student / Faculty Ratio
Undergraduate – 11:1
Graduate – 11:1
Average class size: 14-17 students
Number of majors, minors, and programs: 90+
Retention rate: 82%
100% of students participate in either an internship, research, or a study abroad program
97% of Blue Hose are employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation
PC has had six South Carolina Professors of the Year, twice as many as any other school in the state.
19 Division 1 athletic sporting teams and 13 club and intramural sports
Approximately 25% of PC students choose to experience the benefits of Greek life
We are proud to support 7 national fraternities and 3 national sororities
90% of the campus is active in intercollegiate athletics or intramural programs
Approximately 75% of PC students volunteer, serving the community in a number of ways.

Accreditation

Presbyterian College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Presbyterian College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Presbyterian College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).