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Dr. Michael Shick
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Dr. R. Jared Staudt
Joseph Pearce
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Rachel Hutson, CPA, MBA
W. Winston Elliott III

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Faithful to the Church. Rigorous in the Liberal Arts. Affordable for Your Family.
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Why Choose Rosary College?

“Go to the Madonna. Love her! Always say the Rosary. Say it well. Say it as often as you can! Be souls of prayer. Never tire of praying, it is what is essential. Prayer shakes the Heart of God, it obtains necessary graces!”

-St. Padre Pio

Rooted in Tradition

As the Catholic Tradition is our foundation, we hold fast to the teachings of the Holy Catholic Church.

Liberal Arts

As St. Augustine wrote, "Instruction in the liberal arts...produces devotees more alert and steadfast and better equipped for embracing truth.”

Distinguished Faculty

Our curriculum offers a 2-year Associate of Catholic Students (ACS) in Integrated Humanities taught by distinguished Catholic scholars.

Community-Centered

Embrace a community where Catholic faith, excellence, and affordability converge.

Materials for Prospective Students

Rosary College is dedicated to providing an authentic, rigorous, affordable and classical education rooted in the Catholic tradition. Rosary College is a two-year liberal arts college offering courses in the humanities ordered toward readiness to serve within the Church and society. It finds inspiration in the Benedictine tradition of integrating prayer and work and expressing beauty for the glory of God.

Rosary College offers a two-year Associate of Catholic Studies (ACS) in Integrated Humanities to prepare students for service within the Church and society.

Rosary College promotes life and the Magisterium’s doctrines on life and marriage by offering siblings of full-time Rosary College students a discounted tuition rate.

Our team does not want students’ financial situations to limit their ability to receive such an education. We have compiled a list of external scholarships to aid you in your discernment.

Learn more about the curriculum, professors, and their availability to online or in-person learning.

Newman Guide Recommended Catholic Education

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Rosary College has been provisionally recognized by the Cardinal Newman Society in the Newman Guide for its commitment to providing a faithful Catholic education. Currently, it’s the only college recognized in the whole of South Carolina and one of four colleges to receive provisional recognition. The Guide highlights colleges that adhere to Catholic teachings, offering a well-rounded education aligned with the Church’s expectations. Rosary College is proud to uphold these values, fostering intellectual growth, character development, and a deepening of faith. Our mission is to provide an education that prepares students for both academic and spiritual success.

Student Testimonials

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In my Rosary College class I have experienced faith-focused and deep learning at a rapid pace.

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It has been truly enriching and contemplative, helping me learn new things about God that may have never crossed my mind.

-Ana Maria R.

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There is a lot of thoughtful, interesting discussions guided by the teachers that I am enjoying; I have really good and smart classmates.

-Emily D.

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The teachers are engaging, the material enlightening, and the classes overall authentically Catholic!

-Anonymous

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In the beginning, Rosary College classes were challenging for me, because they were rigorous right from the start, and I was still getting used to the format, but now, while I still find it very challenging, I am getting into a routine, and I feel accomplished when I complete assignments, for I know I can do it.

-Hope L.

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It’s a welcoming community with lively academic discussions.

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Engaging lectures from the teachers on the interesting material we are covering, and discussion with peers.

-Anonymous

Faithful. Rigorous. Affordable.

Rosary College

If you’re ready to join a community committed to wisdom, truth, and the greater good, start your application today!

Introducing our Inaugural Year Faculty!

We’ve been blessed to engage highly credentialed, experienced, and devoted instructors for our inaugural semester.

Blessed to be Featured!

Catholic World Report, published by Ignatius Press, featured Rosary College in an article entitled “New Catholic college to launch in South Carolina in Fall 2024”.