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South Carolina educational institutions

There are 3,767 schools and educational institutions in South Carolina. Combined, these South Carolinian educational institutions employ 38,523 people, earn more than $10 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $18 billion.
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Types of educational institutions in South Carolina

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Student service organizations
 
1,051
 
$168,489,773
Educational service providers
 
984
 
$103,330,982
Parent teacher associations
 
578
 
$20,781,544
Preschool, elementary, and secondary schools
 
492
 
$1,748,772,777
Fraternities and sororities
 
414
 
$16,604,870
Scholarship and financial aid organizations
 
359
 
$94,066,224
Organizations supporting a single school or educational institution
 
267
 
$608,802,756
Adult education and ESL centers
 
215
 
$8,896,026
Education professional societies
 
143
 
$29,396,812
Alumni associations
 
135
 
$33,868,770
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Educational institutions by major South Carolina cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Columbia, SC
 
812
 
$1,308,982,169
Greenville, SC
 
670
 
$1,269,187,851
Charleston, SC
 
660
 
$5,702,839,366
Charlotte, NC
 
299
 
$107,186,784
Spartanburg
 
194
 
$375,812,165
Myrtle Beach
 
173
 
$45,140,395
Florence, SC
 
167
 
$79,354,211
Hilton Head Island
 
159
 
$111,817,013
Augusta, GA
 
134
 
$46,900,335
Sumter
 
104
 
$67,550,391
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Job trends for South Carolina educational institutions

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
389
1-10
 
124
11-25
 
64
26-100
 
142
101 to 1,000
 
69
1,000+
 
7
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Sizes of educational institutions in South Carolina

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
749
$250k to $1M
 
214
$1M to $5M
 
169
$5M to $25M
 
105
$25M to $100M
 
33
$100M+
 
9
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Directory of educational institutions in South Carolina

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Clemson University Foundation

The Clemson University Foundation, chartered in 1933, is an independent, not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization that promotes the welfare and future development of Clemson University.
Revenue
$118.6m
Assets
$1.5b
Employees
35
EIN
57-0426335
IRS type
501(c)(3)

York Preparatory Academy

The mission of the York Preparatory Academy (ypa) is for the faculty, staff, students, parents, and community to provide an engaged learning environment that leads to the success of each individual student, while also challenging these students to become ....
Revenue
$22.6m
Assets
$38.5m
Employees
332
EIN
36-4641998
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Winthrop University Foundation

Winthrop University Foundation supports and enhances Winthrop University by encouraging alumni and friends to provide private funds and other resources for the university's benefit, to manage those assets, and to provide volunteer leadership.
Revenue
$10.2m
Assets
$108.7m
Employees
6
EIN
23-7378001
IRS type
501(c)(3)

South Carolina Virtual Charter School

SC Virtual Charter School provides K-12 students statewide with individualized, rigorous, standards-based virtual education to improve educational achievement.
Revenue
$24.6m
Assets
$36.2m
Employees
181
EIN
26-1966189
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Citadel Foundation

The Citadel Foundation secures philanthropic support for The Citadel, providing scholarships and academic resources to attract and retain outstanding students.
Revenue
$37.9m
Assets
$332.3m
Employees
43
EIN
57-6020493
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Camden Military Academy

Camden Military Academy offers instructional service to students in grades 7-12 and maintains a faculty, dormitory, mess hall, infirmary, classrooms, and recreational facilities.
Revenue
$11.0m
Assets
$33.6m
Employees
142
EIN
57-0602035
IRS type
501(c)(3)

South Carolina State University Foundation

South Carolina State University Foundation is an alumni association in Orangeburg, SC whose mission is: SCSU receives funds to promote its growth and provide scholarships. Located in Orangeburg, SC.
Revenue
$8.3m
Assets
$22.7m
Employees
5
EIN
23-7113930
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Charleston Southern University

Charleston Southern University promotes academic excellence in a Christian environment, developing biblical worldview, career-ready skills, and godly character through purposeful programs and experiential learning.
Revenue
$125.2m
Assets
$237.6m
Employees
1,117
EIN
57-0474291
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Claflin University

Claflin University is an independent, four-year, liberal arts university, located in Orangeburg, South Carolina, that aspires to create visionary young men and women who possess global perspectives.
Revenue
$69.3m
Assets
$183.2m
Employees
814
EIN
57-0314374
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Christ Church Episcopal School (CCES)

An independent college preparatory school in the Episcopal tradition with a carefully coordinated P(K)-12 curriculum, Christ Church Episcopal School (CCES) is one of the Greenville, South Carolina area's most prestigious academic institutions.
Revenue
$44.1m
Assets
$76.0m
Employees
466
EIN
57-1122062
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Newberry College

Newberry College provides personal attention, challenging academic programs and a close-knit community that welcomes everyone in Newberry, SC.
Revenue
$66.3m
Assets
$84.1m
Employees
629
EIN
57-0314404
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Converse University

Converse University offers co-ed undergraduate & graduate degrees with a focus on liberal arts, promoting creativity, innovation & transformation.
Revenue
$50.7m
Assets
$175.0m
Employees
666
EIN
57-0314380
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Legacy Early College

Legacy Early College: Empowering underserved urban students through a rigorous, college-focused education program in Greenville, SC.
Revenue
$24.3m
Assets
$17.7m
Employees
334
EIN
20-5257052
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic

Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic trains students in vertebral subluxation analysis and adjustment, emphasizing hands-on education and practice for transformative healthcare.
Revenue
$16.7m
Assets
$42.5m
Employees
249
EIN
23-7242844
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Honorary Beta Club

To promote the ideals of character, service and leadership among elementary and secondary school students, to reward meritorious academic achievement and to encourage and assist students in continuing their education after high school.
Revenue
$14.1m
Assets
$27.5m
Employees
36
EIN
57-0314447
IRS type
501(c)(3)

University of South Carolina School of Medicine Educational Trust

To enhance the purpose of the University of South Carolina and the University of South Carolina School of medicine. It performs its purpose in providing clinical setting for faculty to perform medical services to patients.
Revenue
$44.2m
Assets
$62.9m
Employees
136
EIN
57-0705675
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Orange Grove Charter School

Orange Grove Charter School nurtures over 1,100 students, providing a supportive, innovative environment that fosters academic excellence and develops confident, responsible learners.
Revenue
$18.7m
Assets
$25.6m
Employees
241
EIN
20-2490360
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Cyber Academy of South Carolina

Online school in South Carolina offering K-12 education with flexible learning options and home-based learning opportunities for students.
Revenue
$49.9m
Assets
$44.7m
Employees
336
EIN
46-0847262
IRS type
501(c)(3)

South Carolina Student Loan Corporation (SCSL)

South Carolina Student Loan (SCSL) is the only statewide non-profit education lender. They provide programs of financial assistance to enable eligible students and parents to pursue and obtain their educational goals.
Revenue
$58.4m
Assets
$892.3m
Employees
43
EIN
57-0602805
IRS type
501(c)(3)

James Island Charter High School (JICHS)

To develop confident, responsible, life-long learners who can excel in society by creating a diverse curriculum and extracurricular experiences in a safe, nurturing environment supported by faculty, parents and community.
Revenue
$27.6m
Assets
$18.9m
Employees
176
EIN
51-0438043
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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