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The Coastal Carolina University in Conway, South Carolina, is a dynamic public institution that offers comprehensive liberal arts programs. The Office of Student Activities and Leadership ensures that student life at Coastal Carolina is exciting and enriching. Many leadership and community outreach programs are available, like the Human Potential Retreat, home building and food drives. Students at the university are dedicated to helping their local and global community. Students may gain professional experience by participating in the Student Government Association or continue the Greek life tradition by rushing a fraternity or sorority. Many clubs and organizations with interests ranging from academics to honor societies to special interests groups like the Paintball Club and Skateboard Crew. No matter what your interests are, you'll find your niche at Coastal Carolina. Academics are offered in a variety of undergraduate and graduate degrees. Bachelor's programs are available in fields like Business Administration, Education, Science and Humanities and Fine Arts. Graduate programs are offered in Writing, Accountancy, Teaching, Educational Leadership and more. Admissions require students to submit an official high school transcript and ACT/SAT scores. Decisions are determined by an applicant's high school curriculum, extracurricular involvement and standardized test scores. Tuition is set lower for South Carolina residents. Financial aid is available to students who have filed a FAFSA. Forms of aid include federal grants, loans, work study programs and institutional scholarships.