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You deserve a school that recognizes what you, as an individual, need to reach your goals. At Coker, you’ll find student-centered instruction and a collaborative environment designed to foster your LEADERSHIP success.

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Academic knowledge is just one factor of a liberal arts education. Coker University embraces a multidimensional approach to instruction, combining round-table discussions with hands-on experiences that equip you for success personally, professionally, AND AS A LEADER. We also provide countless ways for you to socialize and collaborate with other students, so you can develop the connections and confidence that lead to lifelong success.

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A Focus On Students

You always come first. Coker’s comprehensive support and instruction will encourage your active involvement in the classroom and the community. From small class sizes, to mentorship by faculty members and peers, you’ll find an environment conducive to academic achievement and personal growth.

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Programs and Degrees

Explore nearly 20 bachelor’s degree programs, including four that can be completed online. From Studio Art to Psychology, and from Medical Technology to Business Management, we’ll help you find a program that fits your passion. Balancing graduate studies with work and family is challenging. Our five online master’s programs let you earn a degree in only 15-18 months, so you can reach your goals without disrupting your life.

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Student Life

Coker is all about community. We offer a variety of registered student organizations and activities, leadership opportunities, and Living Learning Communities that let you put new knowledge and skills into practice outside the classroom. Explore real-world learning and make a positive impact through volunteerism and student-led initiatives, as you nurture new friendships to last a lifetime.

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School of Visual and Performing Arts

Interested in dance, art, theater or music? We’ve got the place for you! *jazz hands*

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Our School of Visual & Performing Arts prepares students in the fields of art, dance, music, theatre, musical theatre, & design for a dynamic future in their creative pursuits. While earning your B.A., B.M.E, or B.F.A., Coker University provides a welcoming environment to collaborate with one another and showcase your talent in our Watson Theatre, the Black Box Theatre, the Cecelia Coker Bell Gallery, and many more venues.

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What will you learn at Coker?

With outstanding instructors and state-of-the-art facilities, your opportunities in our School of Visual and Performing Arts are endless.

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Entertainment for the whole family

Come attend one of our choral performances, or check out our guest artist shows!

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Become a Partner of the Arts

Partners for the Arts underwrites the arts programs at Coker’s McCall School for Visual and Performing Arts that make our community so vibrant and exciting. We need you as an active partner with our student artists on our stages and in our concert halls, galleries, and classrooms.

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Coker University sits on a picturesque 15-acre campus, nestled in a historic neighborhood on the edge of Hartsville, South Carolina. Schedule a tour and see for yourself why students and faculty love calling Coker home.

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Exceptional Value and Affordability

Financial concerns should not stand in the way of your story. Merit, talent, athletic, and donor-funded scholarships will help you cover the cost of tuition and other expenses. Our staff can help you determine eligibility and apply for the right programs, so you can move forward with your educational goals.

  • Dance and music scholarships given to 83% of new students
  • Veterans, active military, and their dependents also may be eligible for education-related financial benefits
  • Tuition discounts for local students

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EXCEPTIONAL VALUE AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE.

  • 95% OF STUDENTS RECEIVE FINANCIAL AID
  • $10,000,000+ IN SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED ANNUALLY
  • FINANCIAL AID COUNSELORS HERE TO HELP

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We’re Here to Help

The college admissions process can seem overwhelming, especially if you’re the first person in your family to pursue a degree. Our admissions counselors are available to answer questions and guide you through the process to submit your application and your transcripts, as well as completing your FAFSA. From the first day of school until graduation and beyond, Coker will surround you with a nurturing, inclusive community that’s invested in your personal success.

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DISCOVER WHAT COMMUNITY MEANS AT COKER.

• 27 States Represented
• 21 Foreign Countries Represented

STRONG COMMITMENT TO UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH

• Dedicated Director of Undergraduate Research
• 2 winners of the Pee Dee Idea Pitch Challenge

  • Strong Commitment To Undergraduate
  • Teaching And A Most Innovative School U.S.

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Be part of our community, as we work together to learn, lead, and inspire.

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