Top Ranked Programs
University of South Carolina Beaufort's program mix centers on Health — a portfolio aligned with the institution's regional mission and workforce demand in the Lowcountry. Nursing is the largest program with 59 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $70,311, followed by Biology, General with 46 graduates earning $45,680, Business Administration with 46 graduates earning $56,852, Psychology, General with 35 graduates, and Hospitality Administration/Management with 34 graduates. Across 0 ranked programs serving roughly 353 students annually, several deliver solid earnings outcomes. The highest-earning programs reflect the institution's Health-focused identity. Nursing graduates earn median 4-year earnings of $70,311 with 59 graduates, while Business Administration delivers $56,852 with 46 graduates. Psychology, General earns $50,776 and Communication and Media Studies earns $49,545, both supporting the institution's strength in applied health and professional fields. These programs represent direct-to-workforce pathways where four-year earnings reflect immediate labor-market outcomes in healthcare and related sectors. University of South Carolina Beaufort's program concentration in Business at 22%, combined with Social Sciences at 7% and Education at 4%, positions the university as a regional workforce pipeline for healthcare and human services. The [supply and demand for college graduates](/analysis/supply-demand-map-college-degrees/) framework shows strong regional demand for these fields, particularly in South Carolina's healthcare sector. As a regional comprehensive institution, University of South Carolina Beaufort serves students seeking practical, employment-focused degrees with direct pathways into stable, in-demand careers.