Quality Education Within Reach
Our commitment to education for life means just that—education that will give you advantages financially, intellectually, and socially, for the rest of your life. Whether you are on-campus, in-town, or off-the-beaten path, you’ll exchange ideas and build relationships with faculty, students, and community members alike. You’ll discover the “ classroom” extends far beyond ivy-covered walls to the greater Newberry community, region, and world. Live, learn, play, and get a whole life education at Newberry.
Getting Started
Seeing is Believing!
People can tell you how great a place is, but the best way to know whether it’s right for you is to see and experience it for yourself.
Appointments for official campus visits and admission interviews can be arranged by clicking on the links below or calling 803-321-5127.
Campus Visits
There are a lot of great ways to check out Newberry life! Please contact the Office of Admission at 803-321-5127
Schedule a Personal Visit
- Get an up close look of our beautiful campus while touring with a student ambassador
- Meet 1-to-1 with faculty, your admission counselor and learn about financial aid options
- Experience a snapshot of campus life by enjoying a meal in our dining hall
Open House
- Meet our President, Deans and Alumni
- Network with future classmates and current students while touring campus
- Experience a college class with our renowned faculty
- Learn about activities, organizations and financial aid options
- Take part in the Newberry tradition by attending on-campus and community events
Wolf for a Day
This half-day visit is designed for high school juniors and seniors and is offered Monday through Friday from mid-September to mid-April. Wolf for a Day offers a prospective student the chance to shadow a current Newberry College student, attend classes, and dine in Kaufmann Hall.
Saturday Visit
Throughout the year, we welcome families to visit our campus on selected Saturdays. Saturday visits provide an opportunity for students and their guests to meet each other while touring, dining and learning about the offerings of Newberry College.
Special Programs and Groups
Please contact the Office of Admission at 803-321-5127 or by email at admission@newberry.edu
Accepted Student Day
This special event is for our accepted students! Join us for the annual Spring Fest and Accepted Student Day on Friday, April 15, 2016. Meet faculty and staff, learn about student organizations and campus resources. Stay to enjoy fun activities and our Spring football game. See first-hand how Newberry is the right place for you!
If you registered for the overnight portion (April 15-16), don't forget to complete and submit your Accepted Student Weekend Overnight Form.
Group Visits
Group visits are welcome too! We offer a campus tour and information session to groups of prospective students from 8th grade and older. We are able to accommodate groups of 50 or less. To schedule a group visit, please contact the Office of Admission at 803-321-5127 or admission@newberry.edu
Scholar Leader
Nomination information for the 2015 Scholar Leader program will be available Spring 2015. Registration for participants will be available Summer 2015.
Transfer Counselor Program
An opportunity for transfer counselors to visit Newberry College and learn about admission requirements, opportunities for financial aid, and what our Newberry College Loan Repayment Promise is all about. You will meet our Admission staff along with current Newberry College students. Oh! And don't forget about a delicious brunch! We can't wait to see you!
- Send your complete application at any time. Applications are processed year-round.
- We’ll send you a decision within two weeks.
- Apply as early as possible to have the best consideration for scholarships, convenient course schedules and enhanced on-campus living arrangements.
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Freshmen
Certification of graduation from an approved secondary school is required prior to enrollment. Under special circumstances, the General Educational Development Test (GED) is accepted. Contact Counselor
Transfer
High school transcripts or test scores are unnecessary unless fewer than 24 credit hours (one year) of college level work has been completed. Candidates 25 years of age or older are exempt from submitting ACT or SAT scores. Contact Counselor Transfer Course Equivalents Guide
International
Additional materials are required of international candidates, including TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) scores and WES (World Education Services) or ECE ( Educational Credential Evaluators) transcript evaluations. Contact Counselor
Veterans
VA benefit plans are available for eligible veterans. An overview of the ones most often used for enrollment at Newberry College is provided here. More detailed information is available at the Department of Veterans Affairs Web site at www.gibill.va.gov. Contact Counselor
Special
Candidates wishing to take certain courses without entering a degree program must fulfill certain obligations before becoming eligible. Not all courses are open to Special Students. Contact Counselor
Readmit
Students wishing to be readmitted to Newberry College after an extended leave of absence may do so if the necessary requirements have been met. Contact Counselor
Summer School
The summer curriculum is designed for students from Newberry and other colleges who wish to begin their college work early, for students who want to accelerate their progress or who need to make up work, and for public school teachers who need to renew their certificates and credentials.
Gathering Your Materials
Applying to Newberry is easy and personalized. We want to know about you beyond your test scores and grades. The application process helps you to refine your goals and to showcase your talents and potential. You can send your application at any time and, if your file is complete with all required materials, we’ll send you a decision within two weeks of completion. Here’s what you need:
Application
We accept the Common Application, Universal College Application or Newberry Application. You can choose the one that works best for you; all are treated equally in the admission process. Complete the online application form.
Transcripts
High school and/or college transcripts - these should be official transcripts sent directly from your high school and any colleges you have attended. Request High School Transcripts.
SAT/ACT Scores
Official SAT or ACT test score report - If you indicate Newberry when you take the tests, they will send your reports directly to us. You can also have your scores sent later by requesting additional reports from the testing agency.
Letter of Recommendation
Ask a teacher or school counselor to write in support of your application. This should be someone who can comment on your ability to do college work, to be a responsible student and to interact appropriately with peers. A Letter of Recommendation Form is available.
Personal Statement
The Newberry application and the other applications have suggestions for your personal statement. Select the one that has the most meaning for you and write a few paragraphs about that subject. We want to know who you are and what is important to you.
Application Fee ($30)
Students who cannot afford the application fee should consult with their school counselor. We participate in the College Board and ACT fee waiver programs. The fee is waived for students that register and attend a campus visit.
Admission and Financial Aid Staff
Our team is here to guide you every step of the way. Your admission counselor is ready to answer your questions about everything from the application process to financial aid to upcoming events. Just let us know how we can help!
Student Ambassadors
Campus tours are led by student ambassadors who work for the admission office. These are students who are excited about Newberry and are willing to talk about their Newberry College experience. They will give you an up close look at our beautiful campus. Tours usually last approximately an hour depending on the size of the group and questions.
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Dora Bates
- Major: Business Administration
Class: 2016
Hometown: Aiken, SC
- Major: Business Administration
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Chelsea Ellisor
- Major: Nursing
Class: 2016
Hometown: Newberry, SC
- Major: Nursing
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Kelly Cardew
- Major: English
Class: 2017
Hometown: Spartanburg, SC
- Major: English
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Chris Dupree
- Major: Middle Level Education
Class: 2017
Hometown: Mt. Pleasant, SC
- Major: Middle Level Education
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Lindsay Huber
- Major: Education
Class: 2017
Hometown: Long Island, NY
- Major: Education
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Jessica Hutt
- Major: Business Admin
Class: 2017
Hometown: Summerville, SC
- Major: Business Admin
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Avery Shippy
- Major: Sports Management
Class: 2018
Hometown: Gaffney, SC
- Major: Sports Management
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Cato Jenkins
- Major: Secondary Education
Class: 2018
Hometown: Summerville, SC
- Major: Secondary Education
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Connor Roudabush
- Major: Middle Level Education
Class: 2017
Hometown: Goose Creek, SC
- Major: Middle Level Education
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Brooks Allen
- Major: Business Administration
Class: 2018
Hometown: Columbia, SC
- Major: Business Administration
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Jordan Alvey
- Major: Biology
Class: 2018
Hometown: Goose Creek, SC
- Major: Biology
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Cassie Babb
- Major: Early Childhood Education
Class: 2018
Hometown: Greenwood, SC
- Major: Early Childhood Education
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Jordan Beauchamp
- Major: Graphic Design/Social Media
Class: 2018
Hometown: Bradenton, FL
- Major: Graphic Design/Social Media
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Devin Blackwell
- Major: Music
Class: 2018
Hometown: Manning, SC
- Major: Music
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Darrett Drayton
- Major: Political Science
Class: 2018
Hometown: Charleston, SC
- Major: Political Science
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Donovan Hadley
- Major: Sociology
Class: 2018
Hometown: Hopkins, SC
- Major: Sociology
Tuition & Financial Aid
We Promise!
Introducing the Newberry College Loan Repayment Promise. If you don’t land a good paying job after graduation we’ll repay your student loans until you do!
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Affordable Excellence
College is an accessible and affordable investment in your future. Let us help you bring your career to life.
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Tuition and Fees$25,000
Room and Board $9,550
Total Cost $34,550
Average Newberry College Grants and Scholarships -$13,500
*Other additional aid
Pell Grant up to $5,775
SC Tuition Grant up to $3,100
Life, Hope, or Palmetto Fellows up to $6,700
Federal Loans up to $5,500
*Must submit a FAFSA. To determine eligibility requirements, click on each award type
Because we believe the best way for you to experience our vibrant learning
community is to live here, all students are required to live on campus. Certain exceptions to the
residency requirement are available, such as if you live within 15 miles of campus, are married or
attending part-time. Your admission counselor can review residency requirements with you to see if you
qualify for commuter status.
View residence hall floor plans, features and prices.
May Term Tuition per hour $300
Summer Term Tuition per hour $300
May Term Housing (Single) $525
May Term Housing (Double) $350
Summer Term Housing (Single) $650
Summer Term Housing (Double) $425
Academic Commons Fee $125
(per Term)
Newberry College is a unique and personal college experience that is rare among higher education choices. We want to help you afford the education that you choose. Newberry offers a comprehensive program of student financial assistance including scholarships, grants, student loans, and employment.
South Carolina Scholarships
- SC Palmetto Fellows Scholarship
- SC Palmetto Fellows Enhancement Scholarship
- SC Life Scholarship
- SC Life Enhancement Scholarship
- SC Hope Scholarship
Loans
- Federal Direct Stafford Loan
- Federal Perkins Loan
- Federal Parent Loan (PLUS)
- SC Teachers Loan Program
- Private Student Loans
- Private Student Loans/Fast Choice
Military Aid
- The Post 9/11 GI Bill
- The Montgomery GI Bill (Chapters 30 & 1606)
- Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance
- Disabled Veterans Assistance
- Veterans Education Assistance Program
Institutional Aid
Newberry College also offers academic scholarships to qualified students in amounts up to $14,500. These scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis and are based on GPA and test scores. Endowed Scholarships & Congregational Endowed Scholarships
Federal Work Study
The Federal Work-Study Program provides jobs for undergraduate and graduate students with financial need. The program encourages community service work and work related to each student’s course of study. There are many diverse employment opportunities either on or off campus.
Outside Scholarships & Resources
Financial Aid Policies
Students enrolled in a degree program at Newberry College must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standards in order to be eligible for any type of financial aid. See also Newberry’s Withdrawal and Refund Policy.
ENROLLING
Review and accept your scholarships, grants, and loans
You will be able to review and accept your scholarships, grants, and loans online through the Wolf Den, our student account center. We will notify you with a postcard and/or email when your award letter is ready for your review.
The link below will allow you to research and compare alternative loan programs. We strongly suggest looking at all of your options before making a final decision.
Private Student Loans/Fast Choice—Great Lakes Educational Loan Services, Inc. has a private/alternative education loan selection tool that provides basic information on alternative loans and detailed listings of the various interest rates, borrower benefits, fees and repayment options.
Complete any remaining financial aid paperwork
We may require some additional paperwork in order to process your scholarships and grants. These requirements will be listed in the Wolf Den when you review your financial aid package.
Make your enrollment deposit & payment arrangements
Download the payment method form from the financial aid section of the Wolf Den. Use the table to compute your estimated costs. Determine the balance owed by subtracting your awards and loans from your estimated costs. Determine how you wish to pay the balance. Register for our Tuition Management System to explore payment options and set up your payment plan.
Register and attend student orientation
Once you have paid your enrollment deposit, you may register online for student orientation through the Wolf Den. All new and transferring students are required to attend orientation, which is held throughout the summer months of June, July, and August.
Complete Student Affairs documents
After you register for orientation, you will receive information from the Office of Student Affairs regarding our orientation schedule, housing, parking, and medical paperwork. You will need to complete and submit these documents to the Office of Student Affairs.
Register for your classes
Once your enrollment deposit is paid and your financial aid is complete, you will receive an email from our Executive Director of the Student Center for Success, informing you and your Academic Advisor that you are ready to begin the class registration process. Once you and your Academic Advisor have agreed on your class schedule, he or she will submit it to the Registrar's Office. This should be completed prior to orientation. If you would like to make changes to your schedule after it has been submitted, you may do so at orientation.
