Benedict College

Benedict College is a private historically black college in Columbia, South Carolina. Founded in 1870 by northern Baptists, it was originally a teachers' college. It has since expanded to offer majors in many disciplines across the liberal arts.

Benedict College
1600 Harden Street, Columbia, South Carolina 29204-1086

General information:  (803) 253-5000

Website:  www.benedict.edu/

Type:  4-year, Private not-for-profit

Awards offered:  Bachelor's degree
Master's degree

Campus setting:  City: Midsize

Campus housing:  Yes

Student population:  1,908 (1,895 undergraduate)

Student-to-faculty ratio:  18 to 1