South Carolina Hidden Gems

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Coker College (Hartsville, SC): At Coker College, all classes are small and discussion-based. In addition, the campus is home to a wide variety of active organizations, helping to ensure that all students find meaningful social connection with peers.

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Erskine College (Due West, SC): Erskine's enrollment of about 600 means that all classes are small and that faculty can actively engage students throughout their four years. Perhaps as a result, Erskine graduates have a very high placement rate into graduate and professional school.

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Presbyterian College (Clinton, SC): Faculty members at Presbyterian interact with students both in small classes as well as outside the classroom, giving students a solid liberal arts experience. The college also offers a generous merit aid program.

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