South Carolina

Voorhees University

Location:

Denmark, SC

School Type:

4-year, Private

Student Population:

368

Tuition (State Resident):

12,630

Tuition (Non-Resident):

12,630

Room and Board:

7,346

Admission Requirements

Required GPA

N/A

Required SAT

not required

N/A

Required ACT

not required

N/A

Quick facts

Founded: 1897
Enrollment: 507
Mascot: Tigers
Colors: White, Royal Blue, and Blue
Motto: Begin, Believe, Become
Campus Setting: Town
Campus Housing: Yes

Short description

Voorhees University, located in Denmark, South Carolina, is a private, historically black university founded in 1897. With an enrollment of 507 students, the university offers Bachelor's and Master's degrees in various fields, including Sport and Fitness Management, Business, Non-Profit and Public Management, General Psychology, and Health & Physical Education. The university's colors are white, royal blue, and blue, and its athletic teams, known as the Tigers, compete in the NAIA within the Association of Independent Institutions (AII) conference.

The history of Voorhees University is a testament to the resilience and determination of the African-American community in the post-Reconstruction era. Established to provide higher education to formerly enslaved individuals, the university has evolved significantly since its inception. It has been a beacon of knowledge and opportunity, helping to shape the minds and futures of countless students over the years.

In a town setting, Voorhees University offers a unique blend of rural tranquility and academic vibrancy with campus housing. The university's motto, "Begin, Believe, Become," reflects its commitment to nurturing its students' personal and professional growth.

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