Compare 5 Acting. programs in South Carolina. Average earnings: $25,696.
The highest-earning Acting program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $20K earnings gap across 5 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
College Of Charleston's Acting program leads with graduates earning $39,600—significantly above the $25,696 average across South Carolina programs. This demonstrates how specific programs can excel independently of overall school rankings, with Charleston outperforming larger state institutions.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. College Of Charleston graduates borrow $23,250 and face an 18.7% payment burden, landing in the 'Challenging' category. However, when parent loans are included, the family burden jumps to 52.1%, showing why funding strategy matters as much as program choice.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | College Of CharlestonPublic | $39,600 | 34 | $23,250 | Challenging | $35,971 | High |
| #2 | $25,225 | 37 | $23,750 | High | $35,414 | High | |
| #3 | $25,194 | 14 | $21,500 | High | $31,393 | High | |
| #4 | Winthrop UniversityPublic | $19,235 | 29 | $26,975 | High | $23,888 | High |
| #5 | Anderson UniversityPrivate | $19,227 | 22 | $26,700 | High | $22,081 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
