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University of South Carolina, Columbia Men's Swimming and Diving

University of South Carolina, Columbia (USC) · Columbia, South Carolina · Public university

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Elite Program
NCAA ISoutheastern Conference
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Acceptance rate60%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate79%finish within six years
Undergraduates38,532Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty19 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

University of South Carolina, Columbia Men's Swimming and Diving coaches

Coaches at University of South Carolina, Columbia who recruit Men's Swimming and Diving, head coach first.

Jeff PoppellHead Coach
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Jake ShrumAssociate Head Coach
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Robert PinterAssociate Head Coach
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Athletics

The program

Where University of South Carolina, Columbia competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Southeastern Conference
Program level
Elite Program
Athletics site
gamecocksonline.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1180–1360
ACTMiddle 50%: 26–32

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Popular majors

AccountingAdvertisingAerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, GeneralAfrican-American/Black StudiesAnthropology, GeneralArea Studies, OtherArt History, Criticism and Conservation
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
19 : 1
Graduation rate
79% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor South Carolina residents$12,288
Out-of-state tuition$35,898
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$24,488
Campus

Where it is

University of South Carolina, Columbia in Columbia.

Location
Columbia, South Carolina
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
sc.edu
Overview

About University of South Carolina, Columbia Men's Swimming and Diving

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Jeff Poppell, the Head Coach, leads the University of South Carolina, Columbia Men's Swimming and Diving staff of 8 coaches. University of South Carolina, Columbia (USC) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Swimming and Diving as a member of the Southeastern Conference. University of South Carolina, Columbia is a large public school in Columbia, South Carolina with 38,532 undergraduates, a 60% acceptance rate and an average net price of $24,488 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University of South Carolina, Columbia Men's Swimming and Diving

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Jeff Poppell, the Head Coach and Jake Shrum, the Associate Head Coach. University of South Carolina, Columbia has 8 coaches for Men's Swimming and Diving, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your best times in your events, or your dive list and scores in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude links to your verified times on SwimCloud, with the link near the top so Jeff can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University of South Carolina, Columbia typically score 1180–1360 on the SAT and 26–32 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the University of South Carolina, Columbia staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
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Questions

University of South Carolina, Columbia Men's Swimming and Diving FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is University of South Carolina, Columbia D1?

Yes. University of South Carolina, Columbia competes in NCAA Division I Men's Swimming and Diving, in the Southeastern Conference.

Is University of South Carolina, Columbia public or private?

University of South Carolina, Columbia is a public school in Columbia, South Carolina.

What conference is University of South Carolina, Columbia Men's Swimming and Diving in?

The Southeastern Conference.

Does University of South Carolina, Columbia offer athletic scholarships for Men's Swimming and Diving?

University of South Carolina, Columbia competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does University of South Carolina, Columbia Men's Swimming and Diving have?

8 coaches, led by Jeff Poppell, the Head Coach.

How much does University of South Carolina, Columbia cost?

In-state tuition is $12,288 and out-of-state tuition is $35,898 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $24,488.

What is the University of South Carolina, Columbia acceptance rate?

60% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for University of South Carolina, Columbia?

Admitted students typically score 1180–1360 on the SAT and 26–32 on the ACT.

How do I contact the University of South Carolina, Columbia Men's Swimming and Diving coaches?

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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.